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A popular Taiwanese Asian boba drink combines milk tea or flavor powder with cooked tapioca pearls, boba. Wanna know how to cook the best and fastest boba? Try out this instant pot boba recipe. It only takes a few minutes!
Love Asian dessert? Check out these almond jello, red bean ice drink, white rabbit candy ice cream, taro tapioca dessert and black sesame filling tang yuan recipes.
What is boba?
Boba pearls are made from tapioca starch. Also, they are chewy and black or brownish.
How to cook boba pearls?
If you buy boba, each brand of boba has an instruction to teach you how to cook them. Since I have tried different brands and followed their instructions. However, it always takes longer to cook them than it said on the packages. And, the middle of the boba was still not done when I used the top stove method.
After many attempts to cook good boba using a top stove. Finally, I tried to use an instant pot pressure cooker to cook them. Amazingly, it turns out very nice and chewy boba pearls in only 2 minutes! Therefore, from now on I only use a pressure cooker to cook boba. Not only it's simple and easy, but also the inside of boba is cooked through. When you know how to cook good boba pearls now, you will make boba drink all the time.
Close lid and vent and manual for 2 minutes at high pressure. Then, quick release.
Remember to let the pressure release before opening the lid.
Drain water and rinse with warm water
FAQs:
How to store cooked boba?
If you have any left over boba, put them in a container with a lid on and refrigerate them. When you want to use it, just warm them up in a microwave for 20-30 seconds.
How long can I keep cooked boba?
Often, it can store up to 4-5 days in a refrigerator.
2. Then, add 2 cups of water. Next, cover the lid and close the vent.
3. Next, push the manual button for 2 minutes at high pressure. After that, quick release pressure. Remember to wait until all the pressure releases before opening the lid.
4. After that, drain water and rinse boba pearls with warm water then add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and mix it well.
Enjoy this simple and easy instant pot boba recipe! Also, check out some healthy strawberry banana smoothie, mango popsicles and grass jelly recipes!
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How to cook boba pearls
Boba pearls are made from tapioca starch. They are chewy and black or brownish. This recipe use instant pot pressure cooker to cook them quick and perfect.
Then, add 2 cups of water. Next, cover the lid and close the vent.
Push the manual button for 2 minuets at high pressure. After that, quick release pressure. Remember to wait until all the pressure release before opening the lid.
Drain water and rinse boba pearls with warm water then add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and mix it well.
Notes
Cooking tips for how to cook instant pot boba:
Put boba into instant put and add water.
Make sure every boba pearls is covered with water.
Close lid and vent and manual for 2 minutes at high pressure. Then, quick release.
Remember to let the pressure release before opening the lid.
They should float to the surface within the first 30-45 seconds. If they don't float you may have a bad batch or you may not have allowed the water to boil all the way before adding the boba. Allow the boba to cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring every so often.
First, it is important to soak small pearl tapioca before attempting to make pudding with it, or the texture will be off. Some people soak overnight, but we found that 30 minutes or so worked with small tapioca, resulting in a lively textured tapioca with wonderful creamy, custard bridging the beads.
Tapioca may be a healthy alternative to some foods, as it is low in sodium, and provides a good source of calcium and iron. Tapioca is a starchy product that derives from cassava tubers. These tubers are native to Brazil and much of South America. People commonly use tapioca to make tapioca pudding and bubble teas.
For longer-term storage of opened, uncooked tapioca, pour them into an air-tight glass container, freeze them, and then cook as needed. They should last up to 6 months without affecting the taste or texture. Cooked tapioca pearls should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
Yes, it's recommended to rinse cooked boba with cold water after cooking. Rinsing helps remove excess starch from the pearls. It prevents them from sticking together, ensuring a better texture in your bubble tea or other dishes.
Taste-test the tapioca pearls and test if they're fully cooked through. They should be soft and chewy, but not crumble when you eat it. Note that just because the centers may be opaque, they can still be cooked fully, but you need to taste test to make sure they're cooked.
The short answer is - yes, bubble tea can be hot. Although bubble tea is traditionally prepared over ice, if you ask at the counter, bubble tea can be prepared like any other hot drink. So if you're feeling chilly this winter season, you do not have to compromise between warmth and your favourite drink, bubble tea.
Tapioca pearls are an essential ingredient in boba drinks, adding a chewy texture and flavor to the tea. However, if not stored and reheated properly, tapioca pearls can become hard and lose their flavor.
Bring a pot of water to a rumbling boil on high heat. Stir water while slowly adding in tapioca, stir until all the boba have risen. After 30 minutes, turn off heat, cover with lid and let rest another 30 minutes. Strain boba and wash under cold running water to remove excess starch.
Boba is safe to eat and is a key component of the bubble tea experience. However, it's essential to chew them thoroughly to avoid choking, especially for young children or individuals with swallowing difficulties.
Boba pearls, also known as tapioca pearls, are primarily made from tapioca starch, which is derived from the cassava root. The basic ingredients for making boba pearls include tapioca starch, water, and usually a sweetener like brown sugar, which is added for coloring and a subtle sweetness.
Boil 6-7 cups of water and add these dry tapioca pearls.Allow this to cook for 7-8 minutes on a medium high heat.Later after done, reduce the heat to a low and again cook for 10-12 more minutes. Remove them once they get cooked well and begin to float on the surface.
Alternatively, boil the (sealed) boba sachet in a sauce pan with water for 3 to 5 minutes, add the contents of the boba sachet to 1 cup of ice and 1 cup of milk (or alternative), then stir and enjoy. On the side of the preparation instructions, Boba Bam suggests also mixing with tea or a smoothie.
Various forms of tapioca pearls include black, flavored, popping, mini, and clear. Tapioca pearls are commonly soaked in sugar syrup to make them sweet and chewy.
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