Kkul-tarae facts for kids
Korean court cake
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| Alternative names | King's Candy |
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| Course | Dessert |
| Place of origin | Korea |
| Main ingredients | Honey |
| Similar dishes | Dragon's beard candy |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul |
꿀타래
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| Revised Romanization | kkul-tarae |
| McCune–Reischauer | kkul-t'arae |
| IPA | [k͈ul.tʰa.ɾɛ] |
Kkul-tarae (which means "honey skein" in Korean), also known as Korean court cake, is a special Korean dessert. It's a bit like Dragon's beard candy from China. This sweet treat is made from a firm dough of honey and maltose. This dough is stretched and pulled into many thin, silky threads. These threads are then used to wrap different yummy fillings like candied nuts or chocolate.
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What is Kkul-tarae?
Kkul-tarae is a unique Korean sweet. It's often called "King's Candy" because it was once enjoyed by royalty. It looks like a small bundle of fine threads. Inside these threads, you'll find a delicious surprise.
How Kkul-tarae is Made
Making Kkul-tarae is a bit like magic! First, a hard dough is made from honey and maltose. This dough is then kneaded, twisted, and stretched. It gets pulled into thousands of super-thin, silky threads. Imagine pulling taffy until it looks like hair! These threads are then wrapped around tasty fillings. Common fillings include crushed peanuts, walnuts, or even chocolate.
The Special Threads
The threads are the most amazing part. A small ring of honey dough is stretched. It is folded and stretched again and again. This process creates thousands of fine strands. It takes skill and practice to make them perfectly.
A Sweet History
Kkul-tarae has a long history. It is similar to a Chinese candy called Dragon's beard candy. This type of candy has been made for many centuries. It was often served to emperors and kings. In Korea, Kkul-tarae became a popular dessert. It is now a favorite street food and a special gift.
When Kkul-tarae Became Popular
The name Kkul-tarae was officially registered in Korea on November 7, 2000. This helped to make the dessert more widely known. People wanted to sell this delicious candy, similar to the Dragon's beard candy, across Korea.
Where to Find Kkul-tarae
Today, you can often find Kkul-tarae in popular tourist spots in South Korea. It's a fun treat to watch being made. Many vendors will show you how they pull the honey threads. It's a sweet experience for both your eyes and your taste buds!
