Turkish Coffee – Kahve

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 5
Authentic Turkish Coffee - Kahve Recipe
in Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup cold water ( espresso size cup )
1 teaspoon turkish coffee powder
1 cup cold water ( espresso size cup )
1 teaspoon turkish coffee powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup cold water ( espresso size cup )
1 teaspoon turkish coffee powder
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar , you may add more if you have a sweet tooth
1 cup cold milk ( espresso size cup )
1 teaspoon turkish coffee powder
1 teaspoon sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
89
Sugar
7g
Fat
2g
Turkish coffee, also known as Kahve, is a popular coffee beverage from Turkey. It is characterized by its strong flavor and frothy texture achieved by boiling finely ground coffee beans in a pot with water and sugar. Served in small espresso cups, it is often enjoyed after meals or during social gatherings with friends and family. Turkish coffee is also an integral part of Turkish culture and is often offered as a gesture of hospitality. The coffee is served with small Turkish Delight sweets for a sweet taste.

Instructions

1.Add 1 cup of cold water to a Turkish coffee pot.
2.Add 1 teaspoon of Turkish coffee powder to the pot.
3.Add 1 teaspoon of sugar to the pot.
4.Stir the mixture until the sugar is dissolved.
5.Place the pot on the stove over low heat.
6.Let the coffee brew slowly until it starts to foam.
7.Remove the pot from the heat just before it starts to boil.
8.Ladle the foam into an espresso cup and set aside.
9.Return the remaining mixture to the heat and let it brew again until it foams.
10.Pour the remaining coffee into the same espresso cup.
11.Repeat steps 1 to 10 for each serving.
12.After serving the coffee, take the remaining espresso cup, add 1 teaspoon of Turkish coffee powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons of sugar to it and stir for 3-4 seconds.
13.Add 1 cup of cold milk to the pot and heat over low heat.
14.Let the mixture boil until it gets foamy.
15.Serve the hot milk mixture to your guests to enjoy with their Turkish coffee.

PROS

Turkish coffee is flavorful, aromatic and perfect for coffee lovers.

It can be enjoyed as a morning or afternoon pick-me-up.

The low caffeine content in Turkish coffee allows individuals to enjoy the taste and benefits of coffee without the jitters.

CONS

Turkish coffee has a high sugar content and may not be suitable for individuals with diabetes or those on a low sugar diet.

It can also cause heartburn and acid reflux in some people who are sensitive to coffee.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turkish coffee has been found to have several health benefits including providing antioxidants, reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes, boosting heart health, improving endurance, and reducing the risk of liver cancer.
In addition, Turkish coffee can improve brain function and alertness due to its caffeine content and may help in reducing the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease in later life. It can also help in reducing inflammation and pain in the body due to its anti-inflammatory properties.

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