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Caf Noir Recipe

A beloved South Louisiana coffee ritual! Tourists might shy away, but locals swear by this robust brew. This strong, flavorful coffee, traditionally brewed in a French press (biggin), is the perfect morning pick-me-up. Experience the authentic taste of Louisiana with this easy-to-follow recipe, adaptable to both traditional and modern coffee makers.

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 11 mins
Calories 0.1 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Caf Noir

  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • Coffee And Chicory Blend
  • 4 cups cold, filtered water

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How to Make Caf Noir

  1. Add 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt to the coffee filter or basket of your coffee maker.
  2. Add 1/2 cup of freshly ground dark roast coffee to the filter/basket with the salt.
  3. Fill the reservoir of your coffee maker with 4 cups of cold, filtered water.
  4. Start the brewing process. For a French press, allow the coffee to steep for 4 minutes before pressing.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy the bold flavor of authentic Café Noir!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

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