Honey Thread
A traditional Korean dessert made by coating a block of hardened honey with starch and stretching it repeatedly by hand into thousands of fine threads, which are then filled with nuts. It is characterized by a sweetness that melts in the mouth and a crisp texture.
Cultural background
A traditional Korean dessert enjoyed mainly during holidays or special occasions.
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Ingredients
How it's made
- 1Make a hole in the center of a block of hardened honey and coat it with starch.
- 2Stretch and fold it repeatedly with both hands to form fine threads.
- 3Spread out the threads, place chopped nuts on top, and roll them up to wrap the nuts.
Nutrition
* Estimated values per serving.
Allergens
Contains nuts, so caution is needed for allergies.
How to order
꿀타래 주세요
Kkul-ta-rae ju-se-yo
Please give me Honey Thread