Burnt Sugar Boba Tea, Paired with Spicy Peanut Butter Noodles

(from David’s tea)

How does it taste?  

As an avid bubble tea enthusiast, I’m always on the lookout for the best boba wherever I go. This tea instantly reminds me of some of the finest tea houses I’ve visited. It’s perfectly balanced—not overly sweet, so I don’t need to adjust the sugar levels like I often do. I was a bit concerned at first, but this tea hits just the right note of sweetness, making it feel like I’m sipping a classic bubble tea from my favorite spot. I highly recommend it! If you don’t have a local bubble tea shop nearby, this is a fantastic alternative. 

Hot or Cold? 

Even though most people drink bubble tea eat cold, I personally prefer it hot. For one, the tapioca pearls don’t stick together when they get cold, they get almost frozen. In the bubble tea, but if you drink is a hot beverage, the pearls stay Jelly like so they spend more time being wonderful tapioca treats at the end and not these hard things that you have to chew on and you’re like is this actually fun? I personally think bubble tea is best served hot this tea. It’s definitely great as a hot tea. I am sure it’s wonderful as a cold beverage, but I like the hot tea better than cold tea, so I tend to make hot tea. I tend to make cold teas hot. 

How to make it?

16 oz water  

1-2 teaspoons  

200 – hot water 

3-5 mins 

If you’re making bubble tea at home, however, my own home tease is I just pour some milk in and then pour the hot water on top. My weight. So that’s my little tip. If you want to add pearls, I go to your local Asian grocery store and they will have large tapioca pearls that you can just add to any drink. I also really suggest poppers or jellies that add. A little more Zing to your tea. If you’re looking for that bubble tea experience with the actual bubbles. I have been drinking this tea without pearls because I don’t have any in my house right now. But if you really want to capture that tea house. Experience with pearls at the bottom? I would definitely suggest going to an Asian market and just picking up some large tapioca pearls there. But this tea definitely needs milk. So I would suggest putting in an ounce or two before you put the hot water in. The hot water will also warm the milk, so the tea will still be warm. 

What’s in it?

Black tea, Boba pearl sprinkles (tapioca starch, water, caramel flavoring), Milk tea powder (sugar, non-dairy creamer, non-fat dry milk), Organic stevia, Organic cocoa, Natural (cream, butterscotch) flavoring. 

Tea is great and all, but I want a snack.

Spicy Peanut Butter Noodles

Ingredients

• 8 oz noodles (e.g., spaghetti, udon, or rice noodles)
• 1/4 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1-2 tbsp chili garlic sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
• 1 tsp Sriracha (optional, for extra heat)
• 2 tbsp warm water (to thin the sauce if needed)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts (for garnish)
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Transfer the noodles to a plate or bowl. Top with chopped peanuts, green onions, sesame seeds, and an extra drizzle of chili oil for added spice.

Cook the Noodles

Boil the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to prevent sticking.

Prepare the Sauce

In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, Sriracha (if using), warm water, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.

Combine Noodles and Sauce

Toss the cooked noodles in the sauce until fully coated.

Garnish and Serve