ASSAM milk tea with tapioca pearls

Ingredients for a 400 ml glass:

Tea Base:

• 2 teaspoons Assam black loose-leaf tea (or 1 tea bag)
• 200 ml boiling water
• 1-2 teaspoons sugar (adjust to taste)

Tapioca Pearls:

• 1/4 cup tapioca pearls
• 2 cups water (for cooking tapioca pearls)

Milk:

• 100 ml milk (or milk alternative)
• Ice cubes

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Tea Base

1. Boil 200 ml of water.
2. Add the Assam black tea leaves to the boiling water and let steep for 3-5 minutes (depending on desired strength).
3. Strain the tea leaves, add sugar, and stir well to dissolve.
4. Let the tea cool to room temperature. You can also chill it in the refrigerator to speed up the cooling process.

Step 2: Cook the Tapioca Pearls

1. Boil 2 cups of water in a medium pot.
2. Add the tapioca pearls to the boiling water.
3. Gently stir the pearls to prevent them from sticking together.
4. Boil for 5-7 minutes or until the pearls are soft and chewy. (Follow package instructions if they differ.)
5. Remove from heat and let the pearls sit in the hot water for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Drain the pearls and rinse under cold water.
7. Optional: Soak the cooked pearls in a bit of sugar syrup or honey to add sweetness and prevent sticking.

Step 3: Assemble the Milk Tea

1. Place the tapioca pearls at the bottom of a 400 ml glass.
2. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
3. Pour in the cooled Assam black tea.
4. Add the milk and gently stir to combine.

Step 4: Serve

1. Insert a large straw suitable for bubble tea.
2. Enjoy your homemade bubble tea!

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