Spiced Salted Milk Tea

A traditional Mongolian beverage with rich tea, creamy milk, and a pinch of salt, simmered to a comforting warmth.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 5 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp black tea
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. Step 1: Combine 2 tbsp black tea leaves, 1 cup water, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small saucepan, bringing to a simmer over medium heat for 3 minutes.
2. Step 2: Add 2 cups milk and 1 tbsp butter to the saucepan, stirring constantly until butter melts and milk is heated through (do not boil).
3. Step 3: Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
4. Step 4: Strain the tea into cups using a fine-mesh sieve to remove tea leaves, then serve warm immediately.