Description
Traditional Tibetan Butter Tea is a warm, savory beverage made by blending strong brewed tea with butter and milk, creating a frothy, rich drink that is perfect for cold climates. This recipe uses simple ingredients and a blending technique to achieve the authentic taste and texture.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 250 ml Milk
- 2 tsp Tea
- 30 gm Butter
- 1/4 tsp Cardamom Powder (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, add the milk, tea, and cardamom powder if using. Stir to mix well.
- Boil Tea Mixture: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for one minute to allow the flavors to infuse, then remove the saucepan from the flame.
- Prepare Butter: In a large vessel, place the butter ready for blending.
- Strain Tea Into Butter: Strain the hot tea mixture into the vessel containing the butter to remove tea leaves and spices.
- Blend Until Frothy: Using a blender, blend the tea and butter mixture until it becomes frothy and smooth, ensuring there are no traces of melted butter separated from the tea.
- Serve: Pour the butter tea into a cup and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Using unsalted butter is preferred for the authentic taste.
- The cardamom powder is optional but adds a subtle aromatic flavor.
- Blending thoroughly is key to achieving the signature frothy texture of Tibetan butter tea.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best taste and temperature.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tibetan
