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Aromatic and strong, this traditional South Indian filter coffee, or 'kaapi', is a cultural icon. Brewed using a special metal filter, the slow-drip decoction is combined with hot, frothed milk and sweetened to create a rich, invigorating beverage that awakens the senses.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Coffee Filter
Brew the Decoction
Heat and Prepare the Milk
Aromatic and strong, this traditional South Indian filter coffee, or 'kaapi', is a cultural icon. Brewed using a special metal filter, the slow-drip decoction is combined with hot, frothed milk and sweetened to create a rich, invigorating beverage that awakens the senses.
This south_indian recipe takes 20 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 193.53 calories per serving with 8.06g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or beverage.
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Combine, Froth, and Serve
Replace sugar with jaggery (gur) for a more traditional, earthy sweetness. Dissolve the jaggery in a little hot water before adding it to the coffee.
Use a creamy plant-based milk like oat milk or soy milk instead of dairy milk. Heat it gently without bringing it to a boil.
Enjoy the pure decoction without milk. Add hot water to the decoction to your desired strength and sweeten if you like.
The caffeine in coffee is a well-known stimulant that can improve energy levels, mood, and various aspects of brain function.
Coffee is one of the biggest sources of antioxidants in the modern diet. These compounds help protect your cells from damage.
The chicory often blended in filter coffee powder is a great source of inulin, a prebiotic fiber that promotes the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
The most common and authentic blend contains 80% coffee and 20% chicory. Chicory adds a unique bitterness, body, and color to the coffee, but you can adjust the ratio based on your preference.
While the traditional filter gives the best results, you can use a French press or a moka pot to brew a strong coffee concentrate. The key is to brew a very strong, small amount of coffee to mimic the decoction.
In moderation, it can be. Coffee is a source of antioxidants. However, this recipe uses full-fat milk and sugar, which adds calories and saturated fat. To make it healthier, you can use low-fat milk and reduce or omit the sugar.
One serving of this recipe contains approximately 155 calories, primarily from the full-fat milk and sugar. The exact count can vary based on the type of milk and amount of sugar used.
This usually happens if the coffee powder is ground too finely or packed too tightly in the filter. Use a medium-coarse grind and press the powder down gently with the tamper.
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