Step-By-Step Recipe For Preparing Tibetan Butter Tea At Home

By Krati Purwar

October 13, 2024

Po Cha or Tibetan butter tea is a unique hot concoction that is consumed in the Ladakh region. However, if you know its recipe, you can make it at home. This step-by-step guide will help you prepare this delight and serve your guests.

Ingredients

2 tsp black tea 4 cups water 2 tbsp butter ¼ tsp salt ⅓-½ cup milk

Step 1

Add water to a vessel and bring it to a boil.

Step 2

Add loose-leaf tea to hot water and let it steep for a few minutes.

Step 3

Add salt now and let the ingredients simmer for a short while.

Step 4

Strain the tea and add milk or milk powder to the concoction.

Step 5

After turning off the stove, add the butter to the beverage and stir it.

Step 6

As the butter melts, you will witness the concoction turning creamy. Tea is ready to be served.