Thai Tea Boba Calories 16 Oz Recipe

Water: Used to brew the Thai tea and cook the boba pearls.

Thai tea bags: Provides the distinct flavor and color of the drink.

Sugar: Sweetens the Thai tea to balance its bold flavors.

Boba pearls: Adds a chewy texture to the drink, making it fun and unique.

Milk: Adds creaminess and richness to the Thai tea.

When preparing boba pearls, ensure you cook them until they are soft and chewy. Overcooking can make them too mushy, while undercooking will leave them hard in the center. After cooking, immediately transfer the pearls to a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking process and maintain their texture.

• water - Substitute with coconut water: Adds a subtle sweetness and tropical flavor that complements the thai tea.

• thai tea bags - Substitute with black tea bags: Provides a similar strong tea base, though it will lack the distinct spices of thai tea.

• sugar - Substitute with honey: Adds natural sweetness and a slight floral note, though it will alter the flavor profile slightly.

• boba pearls - Substitute with tapioca pearls: Essentially the same ingredient, but make sure they are the same size for consistent texture.

• milk - Substitute with coconut milk: Adds a rich, creamy texture and a hint of coconut flavor that pairs well with thai tea.

• Allow the thai tea to cool to room temperature before storing. This prevents condensation and potential spoilage.
• Store the thai tea in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 3-4 days.
• Keep the boba pearls separate from the thai tea. Store cooked boba pearls in a container with a simple syrup (a mixture of equal parts water and sugar) to keep them soft and chewy. Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
• When ready to serve, reheat the boba pearls by briefly microwaving them or soaking them in hot water for a few minutes.
• If you need to freeze the thai tea, pour it into ice cube trays. Once frozen, transfer the cubes to a freezer-safe bag or container. This method allows you to thaw only what you need.
• Avoid freezing boba pearls as they tend to lose their chewy texture and become hard and unpleasant.
• To assemble after storing, place the reheated boba pearls in a glass, pour the chilled thai tea over them, and add milk. Stir well and enjoy your refreshing drink.

• Gently reheat the boba pearls by placing them in a saucepan with a bit of water. Heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally until they regain their chewy texture. Avoid boiling to prevent them from becoming too soft.

• Warm the thai tea mixture separately. Pour the tea into a small saucepan and heat over low to medium heat, stirring occasionally. Be careful not to bring it to a boil, as this can alter the flavor.

• If you prefer using a microwave, place the thai tea in a microwave-safe container and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until it reaches your desired temperature.

• For the milk, you can warm it separately in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Heat it gently to avoid scalding.

• Once everything is warmed, combine the boba pearls, thai tea, and milk in a glass. Stir well to mix the ingredients evenly.

• If you like your Thai Tea Boba chilled, let the components cool down after reheating and then add ice cubes before serving.

• Saucepan: Use this to boil the water for steeping the Thai tea bags.

• Measuring cups: These will help you measure out the water, sugar, and milk accurately.

• Teaspoon: Useful for stirring the sugar into the tea until it dissolves.

• Tea bags: Essential for making the Thai tea.

• Stove: Needed to heat the water to a boil.

• Timer: Handy for keeping track of the steeping time for the tea bags.

• Strainer: Optional, but can be used to remove any tea bag residue from the tea.

• Large glasses: These will hold the final Thai tea boba drink.

• Spoon: Useful for stirring the tea and milk together in the glass.

• Pot: Required for cooking the boba pearls according to package instructions.

• Serving spoon: Helps in dividing the cooked boba pearls into the glasses.

Pre-brew the tea: Brew the thai tea in advance and store it in the fridge. This way, you can quickly assemble the drink when needed.

Use instant boba: Opt for quick-cooking boba pearls that take only a few minutes to prepare, saving you time.

Batch cook boba: Cook a larger batch of boba pearls and store them in a sugar syrup in the fridge. They will be ready to use whenever you need them.

Pre-mix the sugar: Dissolve the sugar in hot water ahead of time and keep it in a bottle. This will save you a step when making the tea.