cafe cubano
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To make Cuban coffee, or cafe, or cafecito, get yourself an inexpensive stovetop device that produces the coffee by passing boiling water, pressurized by steam, through the grounds. You might know it as a Moka pot, but any Cuban will tell you it’s a Cuban cafetera. It goes for around $20 and in Miami you can pick up an off-brand one at any grocery or drugstore for about $10. They come in three sizes - 3, 6 and 9 cup. I like using the smallest size because it makes 3 shots of coffee and who needs more than that in one serving?
To make Cuban coffee, or cafe, or cafecito, get yourself an inexpensive stovetop device that produces the coffee by passing boiling water, pressurized by steam, through the grounds. You might know it as a Moka pot, but any Cuban will tell you it’s a Cuban cafetera. It goes for around $20 and in Miami you can pick up an off-brand one at any grocery or drugstore for about $10. They come in three sizes - 3, 6 and 9 cup. I like using the smallest size because it makes 3 shots of coffee and who needs more than that in one serving?
Cheryl on
Thanks for this recipe. I have one of these coffeemakers but didn’t really know how to use it. I made the espresso (Bustello) and did the sugary mixture on the side but when I poured it in there was no foamy top. Any idea what I did wrong?
Donna C on
Thank you for the recipe. I am printing it to place next to my pot. Beautiful site by the way.
James Krick on
Retired guy appreciating new things to learn and taste.
Thank You
CAthy PAriser on
I’ve always wanted to know how to make the “perfect” cuban coffee!!! Thank u!