About Tapioca Pearls

Did you know?

Tapioca pearls are small, round balls made from tapioca, which is a product derived from the cassava root, originating from Brazil. The cassava plant found its way from South America to Asia in the late 18th century by European explorers and today, is one of the most important plants in Asian cuisine. 

Despite the soft, gummy and chewy texture of the tapioca pearls, they are made completely with cassava and therefore are vegan! They are often used in bubble tea and other drinks and desserts as a topping.

The tapioca pearls are commonly seen in dark brown or black, color as a result of the brown sugar added to these ball beauties. Therefore, don't be surprise to see tapioca pearls in white, or other colors! 

How to make Tapioca Pearls?  

Making tapioca pearls is super simple with our guided steps below.

Ingredients:

• 1000g tapioca pearls
• 6l water

Steps:

1. Boil 6l water in a large pot
2. Add the tapioca pearls to the boiling water and stir gently.
3. Reduce the heat to medium and continue to cook about 20 minutes, stir occasionally.
4. Turn off the heat, put the lid on and simmer for about 20 minutes.
5. Drain the pearls and rinse them with cold water.
6. The pearls are now ready.

Note, once the tapioca pearls are cooked, they will be translucent and have a gummy texture.

For better taste, add sugar, honey or soak in brown sugar syrup  for 15 minutes.

Tapioca pearl is a versatile ingredient and can be used in a variety of recipes. Use your creativity to come up with new and interesting ways to use them.