Description
A popular Taiwanese drink combining mashed taro paste and fresh milk, offering a direct taste of the root's distinct aroma and sweetness.
Restaurants serving Taro Milk
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Taro
- Milk
- Sugar
Instructions
- [Authentic Recipe]
- Steam Taiwanese taro, mash while hot with sugar and a little milk to make smooth 'Yu Ni' (taro paste).
- Spread a generous layer of taro paste (2-3cm thick) at the bottom of a cup.
- Add ice and pour fresh cold milk.
- Optionally top with chewy 'Yu Yuan' (taro balls).
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Rich depth of taro
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Sweet potato (flavor differs slightly)
Pairing
Pineapple Cake
Trivia
[Trend] Gaining attention in Japan as the next post-tapioca trend. In Taiwan, there's a term 'Yutou Kong' (taro addict) for the many fanatical fans of this purple, sticky texture.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Use a straw to forcefully suck up the heavy taro paste from the bottom, enjoying the 'ultra-rich potato sensation' as it mixes with milk!
Allergen
Dairy