Milk Tea Alfredo Boba Pearl (Print View)

Creamy Alfredo pasta infused with milk tea flavors and topped with chewy, sweetened boba pearls for a fun fusion.

# Components:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta

→ Milk Tea Infusion

02 - 2 cups whole milk
03 - 2 black tea bags (Assam or English Breakfast recommended)
04 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar

→ Alfredo Sauce Components

05 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 cup heavy cream
08 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Boba Pearl Garnish

11 - 1/2 cup black tapioca pearls (boba)
12 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
13 - 2 cups water (for boiling boba)

# Directions:

01 - Cook the fettuccine or linguine according to package directions until perfectly al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Gently heat the whole milk in a small saucepan until it is steaming but not boiling. Add the tea bags and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. Allow to steep for 5–7 minutes, then remove and discard the tea bags.
03 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for approximately 1 minute until its aroma intensifies. Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
04 - Introduce the steeped milk tea into the skillet with the cream mixture. Stir gently to ensure a homogeneous blend. Allow this to simmer for 2–3 minutes, enabling the flavors to meld harmoniously.
05 - Incorporate the grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper into the skillet. Stir continuously until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce achieves a smooth, luscious consistency.
06 - Add the cooked pasta to the skillet containing the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to ensure every strand of pasta is evenly coated. Continue to simmer for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and adhere elegantly to the pasta.
07 - In a separate saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil. Add the black tapioca pearls and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically 3–5 minutes. Drain the cooked boba pearls and immediately toss them with 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
08 - Portion the milk tea Alfredo pasta onto serving plates. Garnish each portion generously with the prepared sweet boba pearls.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses easy-to-find pantry ingredients for a restaurant-style dish
  • Ready in just over thirty minutes so it is manageable on a weeknight
  • Perfect blend of classic Alfredo richness with tea house nostalgia
  • Kid-friendly and exciting for guests who love playful food twists
02 -
  • High in calcium and protein from milk and cheese
  • The boba pearls provide unique chewy contrast to creamy pasta
  • This dish is both vegetarian friendly and quick to prepare
03 -
  • Stir the boba pearls as soon as they hit boiling water to prevent sticking
  • Always grate Parmesan by hand to avoid clumping and get the smoothest finish in your sauce
  • Taste the sauce after adding the tea Allow flavors to mellow before adjusting for salt This balance ensures both sweet and savory notes shine

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