Ruicheng Sesame Candy
Ruicheng Ma Pian, a famous traditional snack from Shanxi, China, originated in the late Ming to early Qing dynasty. It is cut into rectangular slices, has a translucent appearance, and offers a crispy, sweet, and aromatic flavor.
Ingredients
White granulated sugar (Guangdong Liuhua brand)
as needed
Sesame seeds
as needed
Rice syrup
as needed
Citric acid
as needed
Water
as needed
Instructions
1
Step 1
Dissolve the rice syrup, sugar, water, and citric acid together, and cook over direct heat to 160°C.
2
Step 2
Once cooled to 80°C, add the sesame seeds.
3
Step 3
Use a machine to press into sheets, cut into slices, and arrange on trays.
