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Kopi Joss with Pandan Leaves Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of hot brewed coffee
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 piece of charcoal
- 2 pandan leaves

Special equipment needed:
- A heat-resistant glass or mug
- Tongs

Step-by-step instructions:
a. Brew a cup of coffee and add sugar to taste.
b. Tie the pandan leaves into a knot and place them in the glass or mug.
c. Using tongs, place the charcoal on top of the pandan leaves.
d. Pour the hot coffee over the charcoal.
e. Wait for the charcoal to cool down and settle at the bottom of the glass or mug.
f. Remove the charcoal and pandan leaves before drinking.


Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
5. Temperature:
Hot
Serving size:
1 cup

Nutritional information:
Calories: 50
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 1g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Coconut sugar can be used instead of regular sugar.
- Lemongrass can be used instead of pandan leaves.

Variations:
- Add a splash of condensed milk for a sweeter taste.
- Use different types of coffee beans for different flavors.

Tips and tricks:
- Use high-quality coffee beans for a better taste.
- Make sure the charcoal is fully extinguished before removing it from the glass or mug.

Storage instructions:
This drink is best served fresh and should not be stored.

Reheating instructions:
This drink should not be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
Serve in a clear glass or mug to showcase the charcoal settling at the bottom.

Garnishes:
None needed.

Pairings:
This drink pairs well with sweet pastries or desserts.

Suggested side dishes:
None needed.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the charcoal is not fully extinguished, it may cause the drink to taste bitter.
- If the pandan leaves are not tied tightly, they may float to the top of the drink.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the charcoal is fully extinguished before removing it from the glass or mug.
- Do not consume the charcoal.

Food history:
Kopi Joss is a traditional Indonesian drink that originated in Yogyakarta. It is made by adding hot coffee to a piece of burning charcoal, which is said to remove impurities and add a smoky flavor to the drink.

Flavor profiles:
This drink has a bold coffee flavor with a hint of smokiness from the charcoal.

Serving suggestions:
This drink is best served as a morning or afternoon pick-me-up.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Sweet, Savory, Earthy, Aromatic