Açık Kahve (Bitter Turkish Coffee)
A robust and intensely bitter Turkish coffee, designed for the discerning palate. This traditional brew offers a concentrated coffee experience with a characteristic earthy aroma and a lingering, powerful finish. It's a wake-up call unlike any other.
Prep Time
5 min
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
1
Calories
5 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Add 1 tablespoon of finely ground Turkish coffee to a cezve (small pot).
- 2
Pour 75 ml of cold water into the cezve.
- 3
Stir the mixture until the coffee is dissolved.
- 4
Place the cezve on the stovetop over low heat.
- 5
Heat slowly, watching carefully as foam begins to form. Do not let it boil over.
~3 min - 6
As the foam rises, lift the cezve from the heat for a moment, then return it. Repeat this process once more.
~1 min - 7
Pour the coffee immediately into a small demitasse cup, allowing the grounds to settle at the bottom.
~1 min
Tips
- For a slightly less bitter experience, you can add a tiny pinch of sugar, though traditional Açık Kahve is unsweetened.
- Allow the coffee to sit for a minute or two after pouring to let the grounds settle completely before drinking. Do not drink the grounds.
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