Cà Phê Muối

Cà phê muối, or salt coffee, is a popular drink in Vietnam, especially from Hue region, that combines the bitterness of coffee with the savory flavor of salt. Here’s a recipe to make cà phê muối at home:

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of ground coffee (Bari’s Felicity or Elysian is recommended)
• 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt or pink Himalayan salt
• 1 cup of boiling water
• 4 tablespoon of milk
• 1-2 teaspoons of sweetened condensed milk or sweetener of choice

Instructions:

1. Place the coffee grounds in a French press or a phin filter
2. Pour boiling water over the coffee to brew and let it steep for 4-5 minutes
3. While the coffee is steeping, whip/froth milk, salt, and sweetener of choice 
4. Prep a glass with glass, add coffee and top with the whipped mixture

Note: You can adjust the amount of salt and sweetener of choice according to your taste preference. Some people like to add a pinch of cocoa powder or cinnamon for additional flavor.