How to Make the Perfect Sri Lankan Milk Tea

Nothing beats a simple cup of homemade Sri Lankan milk tea. Made with strong Ceylon black tea, fresh milk and just the right amount of sweetness, this traditional tea is perfect for enjoying with your favourite biscuit or as part of your daily tea break. In this video, I show you how to make Sri Lankan milk tea at home using simple ingredients and an easy method. Learn how to brew strong tea, add milk and achieve a beautiful, deep tea colour. This beginner friendly recipe is perfect for anyone who loves a traditional cup of Ceylon milk tea. Ingredients (3 servings) 1 cup water 3 tsp Ceylon black tea leaves 2 cups full cream milk 3 to 4 tsp sugar, or to taste Method Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan. Add the Ceylon black tea leaves and simmer on low heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in the milk and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring gently. Reduce the heat and allow the tea to simmer gently for another 2 to 3 minutes to develop a deeper colour and flavour. Add sugar to taste and stir well. For a deeper colour and flavour, turn off the heat, cover the saucepan and let the tea rest for another 5 minutes if desired. Strain into cups and enjoy your homemade Sri Lankan milk tea while hot. Tips for the perfect Sri Lankan milk tea Use good quality Ceylon black tea for a strong, traditional flavour. Adjust the sugar to suit your taste, or leave it out if you prefer unsweetened tea. Watch the saucepan carefully when bringing the milk to a boil to prevent it from overflowing. If you enjoy simple homemade tea recipes, I hope you give this Sri Lankan milk tea a try. #milktea #ceylontea #srilankanfood #tearecipe #chai