Suja (Bhutanese Butter Tea)

↳ from Bhutan, Bhutan

A salty, buttery tea drunk all day in the Himalayas. It gives warmth and energy at altitude.

History

Butter tea is a long-held custom in Bhutan, Tibet and Ladakh. It was made from compressed brick tea brought from China.

Ingredients

Brick tea
Yak or cow butter
Salt
Water

How it's made

Boil tea leaves in water for a long time
Strain into a churn with butter and salt
Churn until blended
Pour into cups
Sip while hot

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