The secret to perfect bubble tea is in the pearls. It's also the hardest part of making the drink.
Difficulty: Average
Time Required: 2 hrs
Here's How:
- Boil 8 parts water for every 1 part of pearls to be cooked.
- Add the pearls to the boiling water, making sure that they are all evenly floating on the surface.
- Do not cover the pot. Let simmer for 40 minutes. The pearls should be gently moving, but not rolling all around.
- Remove the pot from heat, cover and let sit for another 30 minutes.
- When the pearls are at just the right softness for your taste, drain them and rinse under cold water. The pearls should be cool to the touch.
- Add them to your favorite bubble tea drink.
Tips:
- These are instructions for the pearls that are sold in a semi-moist state, not the dry ones.