Low Fat Authentic Thai Iced Tea
Indulge in the exotic, refreshing flavors of Low Fat Authentic Thai Iced Tea—your go-to recipe for a lighter take on this beloved classic. Made with fragrant Thai tea leaves, aromatic star anise, cardamom, and a hint of vanilla, this recipe delivers the rich, creamy taste you love, but with a health-conscious twist. Sweetened just right and finished with the silky smoothness of low-fat evaporated milk, this iced tea is perfect for cooling down on a warm day. Simple to prepare in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate blend of authentic Thai flavor and guilt-free indulgence. Serve it cold over ice for an effortlessly elegant treat your taste buds will adore!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Thai tea leaves
- 4 cups Water
- 2 whole Star anise
- 2 pods Cardamom pods
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground vanilla bean or vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 cup Low-fat evaporated milk
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Boil water in a medium-sized saucepan.
Step 2
Add the Thai tea leaves, star anise, cardamom pods, and vanilla bean or extract to the boiling water.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to a simmer and allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture sit for an additional 5 minutes to deepen the flavors.
Step 5
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or a cheesecloth into a pitcher to remove the tea leaves and spices.
Step 6
Stir in the sugar while the tea is still warm, until it is completely dissolved.
Step 7
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until it is well chilled.
Step 8
Fill glasses with ice cubes, then pour the chilled tea over the ice.
Step 9
Top each glass with a generous splash of low-fat evaporated milk to create a beautiful contrast.
Step 10
Serve immediately, stirring before drinking to enjoy the harmonious flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1728.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 386.5 |
| Total Fat 6.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 20.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 231.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 72.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 62.7g | |
| Protein 11.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 100.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 524.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 649.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories