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The Italian coffee maker or Moka pot

The Italian coffee maker, also known as the "Moka pot," was patented in 1933 by Alfonso Bialetti.

This extraction method uses steam pressure and produces a strong and concentrated coffee with a body similar to espresso.

This designer object has become iconic; it has won the heart of every Italian kitchen and has been exported all over the world.

Required equipment

Moka Pot / Stovetop Espresso Maker (e.g., Bialetti)

Scale

Kettle

Grinder (if using whole beans)

Stovetop

Recommended water : filtered water

Recipe and settings

Steps for preparing an Italian coffee maker

Step 1:Grind the coffee to a fine consistency, similar to fine salt.


Step 2 : Preheat the water in a kettle (if using a kettle, otherwise heat the water directly in the moka pot using the stovetop).


Step 3: Pour the coffee into the filter basket (= the funnel) and fill it to the brim. Tap the sides to level the surface, without tamping.

Step 4 :Pour the water (hot if using a kettle) into the reservoir (= the bottom part of the moka pot) up to the level of the safety valve. This allows the water to heat up and rise very quickly through the pot, limiting the contact time between the water and the coffee and thereby reducing bitterness in the cup.


Step 5 :Screw the coffee maker together, using a cloth to avoid getting burned.


Step 6 : Place the moka pot over low heat with the lid open to monitor the extraction.

Step 7 : When the coffee begins to flow, lower the heat and wait about 1 minute before removing it. (When the coffee no longer flows steadily and begins to foam, that is the signal)

Step 8: Run the base of the moka pot under cold water to completely stop the extraction. Serve the cups.

Tips

Freshly ground coffeewill consistently offer a much better tasting experience.

Clean the Moka pot after each use to remove any coffee residue from the aluminum.

If the coffee flows in less than 1 minute, it's too fast, the grind is too coarse.

If the coffee flows in more than 1 minute, it's too slow,the grind is too fine.

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Moka pot recipe

Moka Pot / Stovetop Espresso Maker (e.g., Bialetti)

Scale

Kettle

Grinder (if using whole beans)

Stovetop

Recommended water : filtered water