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Cà phê trứng
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A surprising Vietnamese breakfast cocktail that combines the intense flavor of black coffee with the creaminess of a hard-boiled egg, served in a tall glass to enjoy the spectacle of its preparation.
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⏱️ 15 min prep + 5 min cottura · 2 porzioni · facile
Ingredients
- black coffee
- eggs
- granulated sugar
- unsweetened cocoa powder
- boiling water
- coconut oil
Method
- Prepare strong black coffee and pour it into a tall glass.
- In a small bowl, whisk the eggs with sugar until creamy.
- Add cocoa powder to the egg mixture and mix well to incorporate completely.
- Slowly pour the hot coffee into the egg mixture, alternating sides of the glass for distinct layers without stirring.
- Gently cook the eggs in the microwave or on low heat in a pan with a little coconut oil until creamy and just set.
The story
Cà phê trứng is an unavoidable culinary attraction of Hoi An, a coastal city in central Vietnam. This unique cocktail is said to have been invented by a local chef in the 19th century as a creative way to use available ingredients.
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