Turkish Coffee

Discover the enchanting world of Turkish coffee, a traditional beverage cherished for its rich aroma and distinctive foam layer. Prepared using ultra-fine ground coffee in a special pot called a cezve or ibrik, this beverage is a staple of Turkish hospitality and culture.

Ingredients

☕ 3 heaped teaspoons ultra-fine ground coffee (medium roasted)
💧 3 Turkish coffee cups of room temperature water
🍬 3 teaspoons sugar (optional)

Instructions

1- Prepare Coffee Grounds:

• Ensure you have ultra-fine ground coffee, akin to powder or flour.
• If you're grinding the beans yourself, ensure they are finely powdered.

2- Measure Water:

• For three servings, fill the cezve with three Turkish coffee cups of room temperature water.

3- Add Sugar:

• Add three teaspoons of sugar to the pot; let the sugar sink naturally without stirring.

4- Add Coffee:

• Add three heaped teaspoons of finely ground coffee to the pot.

5- Begin Heating:

• Place the cezve on the stove over low heat.
• Do not stir immediately.

6- Stir Slowly:

• After allowing the mixture to heat for about one to two minutes, stir the coffee slowly.

7- Create Foam:

• Continue to heat until a thick ring of foam (crema) forms at the top.
• Ensure the coffee does not overflow once it begins to boil.

8- Distribute Foam:

• Remove the pot from the heat.
• Spoon a little of the foam into each Turkish coffee cup.

9- Reheat for Second Froth:

• Return the pot to the stove briefly to create a second froth.

10- Final Frothing:

• Once the coffee froths up a second time, remove it from the heat.

11- Serve:

• Pour the coffee slowly into the prepared cups, ensuring the crema's texture in the cups is maintained.

Prep Time: Approximately 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
Total Time: 10-12 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Equipment: Cezve (preferably hammered copper with ornate handle), Stainless steel gas stove (digital clock shown saying "23:54"), Turkish coffee cups (small, with vertical sides), Spoon (for stirring and spooning foam)

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the coffee is ultra-fine ground for the correct texture.
• Let sugar sink to caramelize slightly as it heats, for enhanced flavor.
• Use low heat and stir only after a minute or two of heating.
• Good quality Turkish coffee is judged by the amount of foam; spooning foam into cups first is key.
• Pouring slowly helps retain the crema's texture.

#turkishcoffee #coffee #beverage #traditional #cafeculture #authenticdrinks #cezve #ibrik #coffeegram

YouTube channel - defragmenteur: https://www.youtube.com/@defragmenteur808
#defragmenteur808

Turkish Coffee