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Steamed Milk Pudding with Boba Pearls

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Ago Tanfossi

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Published on March 21, 2026

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Melt in mouth steamed milk pudding with boba pearls

This pudding marries the chewy, cloud-like texture of boba with a silken milk base that's as simple as it is satisfying-proof that comfort can be crafted from humble ingredients. The key? Let the steaming process coax out the sweetness of the pearls and eggs without overcomplicating things, a lesson in restraint that every home cook can trust.

Capolavoro Score 4.2/5 · 16 votes
Steamed Milk Pudding with Boba Pearls

Ingredients

  • 1 cup tapioca pearls
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • Water
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Water
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 2 Egg
  • Lemon Juice

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of water (Recommend 10 times in volume) to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Add the tapioca pearls to the boiling water. Stir the tapioca pearls gently to prevent them from sticking together. Cook for 20 minutes or 5 minutes for quick boba pearls on medium heat.

  3. 3

    Turn off the fire and cover the lid; set aside for another or 5 minutes, as required by the package.

  4. 4

    Then remove the excess water, add the remaining sugar and a very small pinch of salt. Cook until the sugar is completely dissolved. Set aside.

  5. 5

    Add of brown sugar with 1 tablespoon of water. Heat over a low fire until the sugar melts.

  6. 6

    Then add 1 cup of milk. Mix well. Set aside to cool down completely.

  7. 7

    Prepare a slight bow, crack two eggs with a squeeze of lemon juice.

  8. 8

    Slowly pour the egg mixture into the milk while stirring continuously.

  9. 9

    Strain twice through a sieve to remove any pulp and get a smoother texture. Pour into a bowl, then cover with a lid or aluminum foil or use a small plate like me. Once the water boils, steam for 10 minutes, then turn off the heat and let it sit (covered) for another 5 minutes.

Ago's Notes

  • Adjust salt to taste based on your canned goods.

Let the gentle steam meld the creamy pudding with the chewy boba pearls, a harmony of textures that whispers of patience and care-savor each bite as a testament to the quiet art of cooking.

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