Espresso
A rich, full-bodied espresso with a thick crema, brewed from freshly ground coffee beans using an espresso machine.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 2
- Protein
- 0g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Grind the 18 g espresso beans to a fine, powdery consistency, like table salt, just before brewing.
Step 2
Fill the espresso machine's water tank with fresh, cold water and turn it on to preheat for about 15 minutes.
Step 3
Place the ground coffee into the portafilter and tamp it firmly and evenly with about 30 pounds of pressure.
Step 4
Lock the portafilter into the group head and place a warm espresso cup underneath the spout.
Step 5
Start the extraction and brew for 25-30 seconds, stopping when you have about 36 ml of espresso with a golden-brown crema on top.
Step 6
Serve immediately, with a spoon for stirring if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Espresso machine
- Burr grinder
- Portafilter
- Tamper
- Espresso cup
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