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Teh Tarik with Pandan Leaves Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 2 pandan leaves, tied into a knot

Special equipment needed:
- A pot
- A tea strainer
- A whisk
- A serving pitcher

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a pot, bring water and pandan leaves to a boil.
2. Add black tea bags and let it steep for 3-5 minutes.
3. Remove tea bags and pandan leaves using a tea strainer.
4. Add condensed milk and evaporated milk to the pot and stir until well combined.
5. Using a whisk, vigorously mix the tea for 2-3 minutes until frothy.
6. Pour the tea into a serving pitcher and pour it back and forth between two pitchers to create a frothy layer on top.
7. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
5. Temperature:
Boiling
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Regular milk can be used instead of evaporated milk.
- Sugar can be used instead of condensed milk.

Variations:
- Add ginger or cardamom for a spicy twist.
- Use different types of tea such as green tea or chai tea.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to whisk the tea vigorously to create a frothy layer on top.
- Use a tea strainer to remove tea bags and pandan leaves to avoid any bitterness.

Storage instructions:
Teh Tarik is best served fresh and should not be stored.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat in a pot over low heat until warm.

Presentation ideas:
Serve in clear glass mugs to showcase the frothy layer on top.

Garnishes:
Sprinkle cinnamon or nutmeg on top for added flavor.

Pairings:
Teh Tarik is traditionally served with roti canai or other Malaysian breakfast dishes.

Suggested side dishes:
Roti canai, nasi lemak, or kaya toast.

Troubleshooting advice:
If the tea is not frothy enough, try whisking it for a longer period of time.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to use clean and sanitized equipment when preparing the tea.

Food history:
Teh Tarik is a popular Malaysian drink that originated in the 1920s.

Flavor profiles:
Teh Tarik has a creamy and sweet flavor with a hint of pandan.

Serving suggestions:
Serve hot for breakfast or as an afternoon pick-me-up.

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Region: Malaysian

Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Aromatic, Fragrant