Malaysian Kopitiam-Style Teh Tarik (Pulled Milk Tea)

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-10 · Updated 2026-07-10

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A frothy, sweet Malaysian milk tea made by skillfully pouring brewed black tea and condensed milk between two vessels to create a creamy texture and light foam. This Asian-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together black tea leaves, boiling water, sweetened condensed milk for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 5 min Serves 1 Asian cuisine 150 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tsp black tea leaves
1 cup boiling water
3 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
1 tbsp evaporated milk

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Instructions

Step 1: Steep 2 tsp black tea leaves in 1 cup boiling water for 4 minutes until strong and fragrant. Strain the tea leaves out and pour the brewed tea into a tall heatproof cup.
Step 2: Add 3 tbsp sweetened condensed milk and 1 tbsp evaporated milk to the hot tea. Stir gently to combine.
Step 3: To create the signature frothy texture, pour the tea mixture from one cup to another about 8-10 times from a height of 12 inches, allowing the tea to aerate and cool slightly, forming a creamy foam on top.
Step 4: Serve immediately in a clear glass to showcase the creamy layers and enjoy the rich, smooth kopitiam-style teh tarik.