Strong, dark coffee brewed from locally grown Timorese arabica beans using a simple cloth filter method, served black or with condensed milk and sugar.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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Bring water to a rolling boil in a kettle.
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Place ground coffee in a cloth filter set over a pot or directly over cups.
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Pour boiling water slowly over the grounds, letting it drip through the filter.
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Allow all water to pass through, taking about three to four minutes for full extraction.
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Stir in condensed milk and sugar if desired.
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Serve immediately in small cups while very hot.
Did You Know?
Timor-Leste produces some of the world's finest organic arabica coffee, grown at high altitude in the Ermera district without chemical inputs.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- cloth coffee filter or sock filter
- kettle
- coffee cups
Garnishing
none
Accompaniments
The Story Behind Cafe Timor
Coffee was introduced to Timor by the Portuguese in the early 1800s and rapidly became the island's most important cash crop. Timorese coffee is renowned for its smooth, low-acidity profile, a result of the high-altitude volcanic soil and traditional processing methods. The simple cloth-filter brewing method used across the country produces a clean, strong cup that showcases the beans' natural chocolate and citrus notes.
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