Thai Iced Tea (Cha Yen)

This sweet black tea mixed with evaporated milk and served over ice is a traditional, refreshing Thai drink perfect for a hot summer day.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 159 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• ¼ cup evaporated milk
• 4 ½ tablespoons white sugar
• crushed ice
• 2 ½ tablespoons black tea leaves
• 1 tablespoon milk, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat and add black tea; let steep about 10 minutes or to desired strength.

Step 2

Strain tea into a container and discard leaves. Add sugar and evaporated milk; stir until sugar is dissolved.

Step 3

Fill 2 glasses with ice. Pour tea over ice. Top each glass with 1 1/2 teaspoon milk.