Description
Cool, chewy, and refreshing, here’s how to prep fresh aloe vera at home so you can scoop it straight into your favorite boba drinks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large aloe vera leaf (1 lb)
Instructions
- Soak the open end: After cutting the leaf, place the open end in a bowl of water for about 15 minutes to drain out the bitter yellow sap. If you bought the leaf from the store, the cut end has likely sealed, so slice it open again before soaking.
- Filet it like a fish (only one side): Slice away the green skin on just one side, using the tail end as a holder. Trim off the spiny edges on both sides. With one side of skin still attached, cut the gel into small cubes without slicing all the way through. Gently filet the other side so the cubes loosen, then lift the whole leaf to transfer the cubes into a bowl.
- Rinse: Rinse the cubes under cold running water until they are no longer slimy. Transfer the cubes to a colander to let any remaining sap drain.
- Blanch: Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the cubes and cook for 1 minute. Drain into colander and rinse again under cold water.
- Serve: Store as is in an airtight container (my preference), or store it in syrup or toss with a bit of sugar. It will last in the fridge for up to 3 days until ready to use. Add them to your favorite boba drinks and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stove top
- Cuisine: Asian, Taiwanese