Jeonggwa

Jeonggwa is a vast group of Korean-style confectionery that is usually prepared with seeds, sliced fruits, vegetable stems, or roots. The slices are typically doused in sugar or honey-based syrup and are then left to dry until they achieve their crispy and slightly chewy texture. Optionally, the ingredients can be cooked into a mash and then shaped into a desired form. Jeonggwa treats can be enjoyed as a sweet snack, appetizer, or may come served as a side dish. The most popular varieties include ginger, lotus root, ginseng, and yuja jeonggwa.