Bubble tea, also known as boba tea, is a beloved drink around the world for its refreshing taste and tapioca pearls. While visiting a bubble tea shop is always a treat, why not try making this delicious drink in the comfort of your own home? Here is an incredibly simple recipe for you.
Ingredients you are going to need:
• Tea bags or loose-leaf tea (black, green, or herbal)
• Tapioca pearls (also known as boba)
• Sweetener (sugar, honey, or syrup)
• Milk
• Optional- fruit syrups for added flavour
• Ice cubes
Follow these simple instructions:
Step 1- Boil water in a pot and add tea of your choice.
Step 2- Add sweetener to taste while the tea is still hot. Keep stirring.
Step 3- Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
Step 4- Meanwhile, cook the tapioca pearls. Boil water in a pot and add tapioca pearls.
Step 5- Stir gently to prevent sticking and cook for about 15 minutes or until the pearls are soft and chewy.
Step 6- Once cooked, drain the pearls and rinse them under cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
Step 7- Add milk and sweetener of your preference.
Step 8- For a creamy texture, you can also use condensed milk.
Step 9- Take a glass and add a spoonful of cooked tapioca pearls.
Step 10- Pour the chilled tea over the pearls, leaving room for ice.
Step 11- Add ice cubes and then the milk mixture.
Step 12- For added flavour, you can also consider adding fruit syrups or extracts.
Step 13- Use a long spoon or bubble tea straw to mix the ingredients together.
Step 14- Your bubble tea is ready to be served! Enjoy!