Black Coffee Recipe | How to prepare black coffee recipe

 

Ingredients:

• Water: 1 cup (approximately 240 ml)​

• Coffee:

  • Instant Coffee: 1 to 2 teaspoons​

  • Ground Coffee: 1 to 2 tablespoons​

• Optional Additions:

  • Sugar, honey, or preferred sweetener​

  • Milk or plant-based alternatives (if desired)​

Instructions:

1. Boil Water: Heat 1 cup of water to a boil.​

2. Prepare Coffee:

   • For Instant Coffee:

     • Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of instant coffee powder into a cup.

   • For Ground Coffee:

     • Drip Coffee Maker: Place a coffee filter in the basket, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of ground coffee, pour water into the reservoir, and start the machine.

     • French Press: Add ground coffee to the press, pour in hot water, stir, let it steep for 4 minutes, then press the plunger down slowly.

     • Moka Pot: Fill the bottom chamber with water, place ground coffee in the filter basket, assemble the pot, and heat until coffee fills the top chamber.

3. Combine and Serve:

   • If using instant coffee, pour the hot water into the cup and stir until dissolved.​

   • Add sweetener or milk as desired.​

   • Enjoy your black coffee hot.​

Tips:

• Coffee Quality: Use freshly ground coffee beans for a richer flavor.​

• Water Temperature: Optimal brewing temperature is between 90°C to 96°C (194°F to 205°F).​

• Brewing Time: Adjust brewing time based on the method to avoid over-extraction, which can cause bitterness.​

• Serving Suggestions: Pair black coffee with a light snack or enjoy it on its own to appreciate the full flavor profile.