Espresso Recipe
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Ingredients
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Espresso Base
Method
Brewing Espresso
- 1
Grind the Coffee Beans
Use a burr grinder to grind 18 grams of espresso coffee beans to a fine consistency, similar to table salt. This ensures optimal extraction during brewing.
- 2
Prepare the Espresso Machine
Turn on your espresso machine and allow it to heat up for at least 15 minutes. This ensures that the water is at the right temperature for brewing.
- 3
Tamp the Ground Coffee
Place the ground coffee into the portafilter. Use a tamper to compress the coffee evenly and firmly. Aim for about 30 pounds of pressure to create a uniform puck.
- 4
Brew the Espresso
Lock the portafilter into the espresso machine's group head. Start the brewing process and allow 30 ml of water to flow through the coffee grounds. The extraction should take about 25-30 seconds for a perfect espresso shot.
- 5
Serve
Once brewed, serve the espresso immediately in a pre-warmed espresso cup. Enjoy it straight or use it as a base for other coffee drinks.
