My taro milk tea tastes really bland. What should I do?

It could be the type of taro powder you are using that's not as sweet as the one I have. In this case, add a little more taro powder and sugar and keep adjusting until you are satisfied with the taste. You might need to also make the flavor of the tea stronger by steeping an additional bag.

Is this drink gluten-free?

Yes, taro milk tea is generally gluten-free. I say generally because certain taro powders and tapioca pearls may contain added ingredients that have gluten. Because of this, always make sure to look at the list of ingredients before purchasing these items.

Can I make this taro milk tea vegan?

Yes you can. Use a dairy-free alternative such as oat milk, almond milk or soy milk, instead of regular milk. Many taro powders contain milk powder, so always make sure to look at the label so you can find a taro powder that's vegan . Tapioca pearls are 100% vegan so there is no need to worry there.

Taro Milk Tea (香芋奶茶)

Name: Taro Milk Tea
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 cup boiling hot water; 1 green tea or black tea bag; ½ tablespoon sugar; 2 ½ tablespoons taro powder; ¼ cup quick cooking tapioca pearls; ¼ cup milk or dairy alternative such as soy milk or oat milk

Description

Creamy, sweet, and chewy, this taro milk tea can be made at home in just 25 minutes!

Ingredients

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1 cup boiling hot water
1 green tea or black tea bag
1/2 tablespoon sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons taro powder
1/4 cup quick cooking tapioca pearls
1/4 cup milk or dairy alternative such as soy milk or oat milk

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Instructions

Steep the tea and melt the sugar: Add the tea bag and sugar to the hot water and stir until the sugar has dissolved.
Add the taro powder: Add the taro powder to the tea and stir until it has fully dissolved.
Chill the drink: Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours until the tea is cold.
Boil the tapioca pearls: Bring a small pot of water to boil and add the tapioca pearls. When they float to the surface after a few seconds, lower the heat to a simmer and cook the pearls for 15 to 20 minutes, until they are soft and chewy.
Drain them: Drain the tapioca pearl and rinse them under cold water until they are cold. Drain well.
Make the drink and serve it: Take the taro milk tea out of the fridge and discard the tea bags. Pour it into a serving cup and add the tapioca pearls. Serve.

Notes

To drink later, save the drink in an airtight storage container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Or, if it’s already in a cup, cover the cup with a lid of plastic wrap.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 drink
Calories: 264
Sugar: 17.6g
Sodium: 70.6mg
Fat: 0.9g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48.4g
Fiber: 0.3g
Protein: 2.1g
Cholesterol: 5.4mg