Description
Ca Phe Muoi, or Vietnamese salted coffee, is a delightful beverage that perfectly balances sweetness and saltiness, making it a refreshing pick-me-up. This unique drink has gained popularity worldwide for its rich taste and aromatic experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Freshly Brewed Coffee
- 1 cup strong coffee
Salt
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 2–3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
Ice (optional)
- as needed for iced version
Water
- as needed for brewing coffee
Instructions
- Brew Your Coffee: Start by brewing a strong cup of coffee using your preferred method, whether it’s a French press, drip coffee maker, or Vietnamese phin. The stronger the coffee, the better it will balance the added flavors.
- Mix in Sweetened Condensed Milk: In a glass, add a generous amount of sweetened condensed milk. The sweetness is essential to complement the salty notes that will come next.
- Add Salt: Sprinkle in a pinch of salt to the condensed milk. Stir the mixture until well combined, ensuring the salt dissolves completely.
- Combine with Coffee: Pour the freshly brewed coffee over the sweetened and salted mixture. Stir gently, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Serve: For an iced version, pour the mixture over ice. Stir again and enjoy your delicious Ca Phe Muoi!
Notes
- Use Quality Coffee: Choose fresh, high-quality coffee beans for the best flavor.
- Adjust the Salt: Start with a small amount of salt and adjust according to your taste.
- Chill Your Glass: For iced versions, chill your glass in the freezer for a refreshing experience.
- Experiment with Ratios: Feel free to tweak the amount of sweetened condensed milk and salt to find your perfect balance.
- Garnish Creatively: Consider adding a sprinkle of cocoa powder or cinnamon on top for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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