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Perfect Thai Iced Tea (Cha Yen)


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  • Author: chef-caterina
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Experience the rich, flavorful delight of homemade Thai iced tea with this easy recipe that balances sweetness and creaminess.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 3 teaspoons Thai tea mix
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 3 teaspoons sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 teaspoons evaporated milk (+ as much more as you want to drizzle on top)
  • 1 cup ice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the tea: Put the Thai tea mix in a filter and place the filter over a cup.
  2. Steep the tea: Pour the boiling water into the cup through the filter and let it steep for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add sweeteners: Discard the tea mix or remove the strainer and add sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and evaporated milk.
  4. Taste test: Adjust sweetness as needed.
  5. Serve over ice: Fill a glass with ice and pour the brewed tea over it.
  6. Enjoy: Sip and savor this refreshing Thai iced tea.

Notes

For best flavor, use quality Thai tea mix. If vegan, use coconut milk as an alternative.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Brewing
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg