Ingredients

• 89 g tapioca starch
• 1 g dry colorant (ultra dark black cocoa preferred)
• 15 g white sugar
• 3 tablespoons boiling water

Instructions

1. Mix dry ingredients - In a bowl, mix the tapioca starch, colorant, and sugar.

2. Add boiling water - Ensure water is boiling hot. Add all 3 tablespoons at once.

3. Mix quickly - Quickly mix and press with a spatula until one mass forms (it won’t look smooth yet).

4. Knead - Knead on a floured surface until it resembles playdough.

5. Roll into pearls - Break off small pieces and roll into balls.

6. Cook - Boil for 20 minutes, then turn off heat and let rest for 20 minutes.

Tips

• The water must be boiling hot for the starch to properly gelatinize.
• Work quickly after adding the water.
• Store cooked boba in simple syrup to keep them from drying out.