How to Make Taro Boba Tea - A Step-by-Step Guide

Taro boba tea, also known as taro milk tea, is a popular beverage originating from Taiwan. It is made with taro, a root vegetable that has a sweet and nutty flavor, and is often used in Asian desserts and drinks. Taro boba tea is beloved for its rich and creamy texture, and the chewy tapioca pearls, known as boba, that are added to the drink. This refreshing and indulgent beverage has been enjoyed by people around the world and is a staple in many Asian cafes and bubble tea shops.

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Ingredients

  • 3 small taro roots, peeled and halved
  • 2 ½ cups ice, or to taste, divided
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¾ cup water
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons honey, divided
  • ¼ cup tapioca pearls (boba)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 34 mins
  • Additional Time: 12 mins
  • Total Time: 56 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Place taro roots in a small pot; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cook taro until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine taro roots with 1/2 cup ice in a bowl. Let cool.
  • Combine cooled taro roots, remaining 2 cups ice, milk, 3/4 cup water, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon honey in a blender; blend until smooth.
  • Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a saucepan. Add tapioca pearls; stir gently until they start floating to the surface. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand until tender, 12 to 15 minutes more. Drain. Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon honey.
  • Divide blended mixture between 2 glasses. Divide tapioca pearls between the glasses.
  • Nutrition

    257 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 54mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 55g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 36g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 165mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 603mg

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