Photograph of the finished Cha yen

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Cha yen

15 min Hands-on time
EasyDifficulty
5 stepsSteps
Serves 4 Amounts follow along 4

What to get ready

  • Photograph of Thai Tea Thai Tea 56 g
  • Photograph of Sweetened condensed milk Sweetened condensed milk 120 ml
  • Photograph of Fresh milk Fresh milk 140 ml
  • Photograph of Sugar Sugar 40 g

Method

  1. 1 Boil about 200 ml of water, then add the Thai tea leaves and steep for 5 minutes until the tea turns a deep orange color.
  2. 2 Strain the tea through a cloth bag, pouring it twice to ensure the tea is clear and fragrant.
  3. 3 Add sugar to the hot tea, stir for 1 minute until completely dissolved, then let it cool slightly.
  4. 4 Pour condensed milk into a glass, add ice cubes until full, then pour tea over it.
  5. 5 Pour fresh milk over the surface to create a white marbled effect, stir well before drinking.

With an appliance

  • Microwave 12 min

    Replace step 1: Heat 200 ml of water in a heat-resistant pot at 800 W for 2 minutes until boiling, add the tea and steep for 5 minutes. Repeat steps 2 to 5 to ensure the tea remains clear and forms the correct three layers.

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