{"id":"recipe_e5cfc32b0a","slug":"thai-iced-tea-cha-yen","title":"Thai Iced Tea (Cha Yen)","description":"A vibrant orange, creamy, and sweet Southeast Asian classic made with strongly brewed black tea, sweetened with condensed milk, and topped with a silky layer of evaporated milk.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":10},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 tablespoons Thai Tea Mix","name":"Thai Tea Mix","quantity":10,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"loose leaf","notes":"traditional spiced black tea blend","group":"Tea Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 cup Water","name":"Water","quantity":240,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"boiling","group":"Tea Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 tablespoon Sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":12,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"granulated","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"Sweetener","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 tablespoons Sweetened Condensed Milk","name":"Condensed Milk","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"sweetened","notes":"for creaminess and sweetness","group":"Dairy","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"2 tablespoons Evaporated Milk","name":"Evaporated Milk","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"liquid","notes":"for topping","group":"Dairy","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 1/2 cups Ice","name":"Ice","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1 1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"crushed or cubes","notes":"crushed ice is traditional","group":"Assembly","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Bring water to a rolling boil at 100°C (212°F).","group":"Preparation","title":"Bring water to a rolling boil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the Thai tea mix to the boiling water and remove from heat. Let it steep for 3 to 5 minutes depending on desired strength.","group":"Preparation","title":"Add the Thai tea mix","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Strain the tea using a fine-mesh sieve or a traditional cloth tea sock into a pitcher or large glass.","group":"Preparation","title":"Strain the tea using a fine-mesh sieve or a traditional cloth tea sock","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"While the tea is still hot, add the sugar and sweetened condensed milk. Stir vigorously until both are fully dissolved.","group":"Mixing","title":"Add the sugar and sweetened condensed milk","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Fill a tall glass to the brim with ice. Pour the tea mixture over the ice, leaving about an inch of space at the top.","group":"Assembly","title":"Fill a tall glass","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Slowly pour the evaporated milk over the top of the tea. Do not stir before serving to maintain the layered look.","group":"Assembly","title":"Slowly pour the evaporated milk","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"}],"notes":"For the most authentic flavor, use a Thai tea spice mix which contains star anise and crushed tamarind seeds. If unavailable, use a strong Ceylon black tea.","cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Thai"]},"course":["dessert"],"cookingMethod":["boil","noCook"],"equipment":["small pot","fine mesh strainer","tall glass","spoon"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"glass","note":"Approximately 350ml"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The tea base (tea, sugar, condensed milk) can be mixed in bulk and stored."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store without ice in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Serve cold over fresh ice."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_e5cfc32b0a%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=de9a7fe8-ad50-4c4f-974f-28db2fe3344d","imageAlt":"Thai Iced Tea (Cha Yen) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["cha yen","iced tea","thai drink","creamy","refreshing","sweet tea"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Thai Iced Tea (Cha Yen)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T21:17:06.713Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T21:17:06.713Z","related":[{"id":"sinh_to_bo_5930cb274d","slug":"avocado-smoothie-sinh-to-bo","title":"Avocado Smoothie (Sinh Tố Bơ)","description":"A rich, velvety, and incredibly creamy Vietnamese beverage made with ripe buttery avocados and sweetened condensed milk.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Vietnamese"]},"course":["dessert"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsinh_to_bo_5930cb274d%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=d16782ee-db66-4a6a-b21e-b085fbcaf507","imageAlt":"Avocado Smoothie (Sinh Tố Bơ) — recipe cover","tags":["avocado","smoothie","vietnamese","creamy","healthy fats","refreshing","quick recipe"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":4},{"id":"es_kelapa_muda_af9dc324d4","slug":"es-kelapa-muda","title":"Es Kelapa Muda","description":"A classic, refreshing Indonesian drink made with tender young coconut water and soft meat, lightly sweetened and served over ice.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Indonesian"]},"course":["dessert"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fes_kelapa_muda_af9dc324d4%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=75567522-13dd-4f70-9191-6251369f8589","imageAlt":"Es Kelapa Muda — recipe cover","tags":["coconut","refreshing","iced drink","indonesian beverage","tropical","summer drink"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":4},{"id":"pisang_goreng_e3ba3288a8","slug":"pisang-goreng-southeast-asian-fried-bananas","title":"Pisang Goreng (Southeast Asian Fried Bananas)","description":"A popular Southeast Asian snack featuring ripe bananas dipped in a light, crunchy batter and deep-fried to golden perfection. 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