Description
This is a homemade version of the wildly popular bubble tea, a dangerously addictive beverage with tapioca pearls.
Ingredients
- ½ cups Instant Boba/tapioca Pearls, Uncooked
- 2 cups Boiling Water
- 3 teaspoons Loose Leaf Black English Tea (or 2-3 Tea Bags)
- 3 Tablespoons Condensed Milk, Adjust To Your Taste
- 8 cubes Ice Cubes
Preparation
Cook the tapioca pearls:
In a large pot, bring a couple quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add the tapioca. Turn the heat down to a simmer and boil for 5 minutes. Test for doneness; if the tapioca is still firm in the middle, continue cooking for another minute. Once tender, drain into a colander and cool with cold water.
Brewing the tea:
In a tea kettle, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Place the tea bags in a large container and add boiling water. Steep for 2 minutes.
Assemble:
Divide the tapioca balls into two tall glasses. Depending on your taste, add 1-2 tablespoons of condensed milk in each glass, followed by the tea. Stir well. Add a few ice cubes and drink with a fat straw. Celebrate.
