Long-Lasting Chewy Boba for Boba/Bubble Tea

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   Measure 2 cups of water for every 1/4 cup of boba being prepared into a saucepan.

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   Bring the water to a boil over high heat.

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   Add the boba and stir gently until they begin floating to the top of the water.

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   Turn the heat to medium and cook the boba for 12 to 15 minutes.

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   Remove the pan from heat, cover, and let the pearls sit for another 12 to 15 minutes.

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   While the boba are cooking, make a simple sugar syrup to sweeten and preserve them once cooked.

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   Bring 1/2 cup of water to a boil over high heat on the stove or in the microwave.

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   Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup sugar until dissolved.

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   Set aside to cool.

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    Once the boba have finished cooking, drain them from the water and transfer them to a small bowl or container.

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    Pour the sugar syrup over top until the boba are submerged.

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    Let sit until the boba are room temperature, at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate until ready to use.

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    Boba are best if used within a few hours of cooking, but will keep refrigerated for several days.

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    The boba will gradually harden and become crunchy as they sit.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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