Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 cups water
- 4 cloves
- 2 tea bags
- 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 egg yolks
Special equipment needed:
- Tea kettle or pot
- Strainer
- Whisk
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Boil 4 cups of water in a tea kettle or pot.
2. Add 4 cloves to the boiling water and let it steep for 2 minutes.
3. Add 2 tea bags to the water and let it steep for another 2 minutes.
4. Remove the tea bags and cloves using a strainer.
5. Add 1/4 cup of sweetened condensed milk to the tea and stir well.
6. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 egg yolks until they become frothy.
7. Slowly pour the frothy egg yolks into the tea while continuously whisking.
8. Keep whisking until the egg yolks are fully incorporated into the tea.
9. Serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
Boiling water
Serving size:
4 cups
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 130
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Sweetened condensed milk can be substituted with regular milk and sugar.
- Cloves can be substituted with cinnamon sticks.
Variations:
- Add a pinch of ground ginger for a spicy kick.
- Use black tea instead of green tea for a stronger flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Whisk the egg yolks well to avoid any lumps in the tea.
- Use a strainer to remove any tea leaves or spices from the tea.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sweetened condensed milk.
Storage instructions:
Teh Talua is best served fresh and hot. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the tea in a microwave or on the stove until hot.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the tea in clear glass mugs to showcase the frothy egg yolks.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle ground cinnamon or nutmeg on top of the tea for added flavor.
Pairings:
Teh Talua pairs well with Indonesian snacks such as fried bananas or pisang goreng.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve Teh Talua with traditional Indonesian breakfast dishes such as nasi goreng or mie goreng.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the tea is too sweet, add more hot water to dilute the sweetness.
- If the tea is too thick, add more hot water to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized eggs to avoid any risk of salmonella.
Food history:
Teh Talua is a traditional Indonesian tea made with egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk. It is commonly served for breakfast or as a snack.
Flavor profiles:
Teh Talua has a creamy and sweet flavor with a hint of cloves.
Serving suggestions:
Serve Teh Talua hot with a side of Indonesian snacks or breakfast dishes.
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Region: Indonesian