Candied Red and Green Shreds

Candied Red and Green Shreds

Condiment Good year-round
Used in 1 of 203 cuisines (0%)

Fine threads of candied fruit peel or radish, dyed bright red and green and preserved in sugar. Sweet and chewy with a faint citrus note, they add vivid color more than flavor.

Where it comes from

A traditional decorative confection used across northern Chinese pastry-making.

In the kitchen

Scattered as a bright garnish in mooncakes, sweet buns, and festive cakes.

Nutrition (per 100g)

~300kcalCal
~0.3gProtein
~0.2gFat
~75.0gCarbs
~1.0gFiber

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