Coffee with cardamom and nutmeg

5 servings

7 minutes

Aromatic Moroccan coffee with cardamom and nutmeg is a refined drink that transports you to the colorful streets of an Eastern bazaar. The locals of Morocco cherish it for its spicy flavor and warming properties, turning each cup into a ritual of enjoyment. A light saltiness reveals the depth of coffee notes, while cardamom and nutmeg add exquisite warmth and spicy tenderness. It is prepared simply: spices are carefully added to ground coffee, poured with hot water, and steeped to acquire its unique character. Served strong and without additives to reveal the full richness of flavor in every sip. This drink pairs perfectly with Eastern sweets, enhancing their harmony and leaving a pleasant aftertaste. It is not just coffee — it is a journey into the world of refined aromas and traditions.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 10.5
• Proteins: 0.6g
• Fats: 0.6g
• Carbohydrates: 0.7g

Ingredients

• Ground coffee: 2 tbsp
• Cardamom pods: 2 pc
• Coarse sea salt: pinch
• Ground nutmeg: pinch
• Water: 0.5 l

Cooking steps

1. Add 3-4 grains of coarse sea salt to the ground coffee.

   Required ingredients:

   • Coarse sea salt:  pinch

2. Then grate a pinch of nutmeg into the coffee.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground nutmeg:  pinch

3. Add two cardamom seeds, cutting the shell beforehand.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cardamom pods: 2 pieces

4. Pour with hot water (85-90 degrees). Let it steep for about 5 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 0.5 l

5. Serve strong, without dilution.