Description
Kurdish coffee is a bold, spiced brew made with finely ground coffee, cardamom, and cloves. Strong, aromatic, and traditionally unsweetened, it offers a deeply warming and cultural coffee experience.
Ingredients
- Finely Ground Coffee: 2 heaping teaspoons
- Cold Water: 100 ml
- Whole Cloves: 3, crushed
- Cardamom Pods: 2, lightly cracked
- Sugar (Optional): 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Add cold water, crushed cloves, and cardamom pods to a small pot.
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes.
- Add finely ground coffee and sugar if using. Stir once gently to combine.
- Heat slowly until foam begins to rise, then remove from heat just before boiling.
- Let sit for 30 seconds to allow grounds to settle.
- Pour slowly into a small cup and serve hot.
Notes
- Do not stir once coffee starts heating — this helps preserve the foam and texture.
- Use freshly ground cardamom and cloves for better aroma.
- Serve with dried fruits, nuts, or sweet pastries for tradition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 demitasse cup
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg