Your daily espresso is always a delight, but what if you could explore new horizons with your coffee love? For all the caffeine enthusiasts out there, we bring a few savory coffee recipes that will elevate your coffee experience this International Coffee Day. These recipes offer innovative ways to enjoy coffee beyond your regular cup.
From the perfect coffee brew at home to your favorite coffee chain drinks, you might think you’ve seen it all. But we invite you to dive into a world of savory coffee creations that promise to surprise your taste buds.
Coffee Gyoza
Tempted to try something new? Japanese Coffee Co brings you coffee gyozas, blending savory flavors with your favorite caffeine fix.
Ingredients:
- Minced pork — 150g
- Soy sauce — 1 tbsp
- Chicken stock — 1 tbsp
- Instant coffee — 2 tbsp
- Chopped leek — 1/2
- Sesame oil — 1 tsp
- Salt to taste
- Gyoza wrappers — 24 sheets
Method:
Mix minced pork, soy sauce, chicken stock powder, and instant coffee powder thoroughly. Add chopped leek, sesame oil, and salt, then mix again. Place a spoonful of the mixture onto each gyoza wrapper and fry in oil heated to around 180°C. Serve with a dipping sauce made from chili or sesame oil, soy sauce, and vinegar, garnishing with chopped coriander.
Sticky Coffee Tofu
Woon Heng’s simple recipe for sticky coffee tofu is a must-try, even if you aren’t into experimental flavors.
Ingredients:
- Firm tofu — 450g
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cornstarch
- Cooking oil
- (For the sauce) Instant coffee
- Hot water — 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp
- Light soy sauce — 2 tbsp
- Black vinegar — 2 tbsp
- Oyster sauce — 2 tbsp
- Sugar — 2 tbsp
- Minced garlic cloves — 2
- (For garnishing) Toasted sesame seeds
- Chopped scallions
- Chopped (Thai) chillis
Method:
Pat tofu dry and cut into even chunks. Season with salt, pepper, and cornstarch, then fry until golden brown. Dissolve coffee in hot water and mix with remaining sauce ingredients. Toss tofu in the sauce and garnish with sesame seeds, scallions, and chillis.
Salty Coffee Croquettes
This innovative recipe from Japanese Coffee Co might surprise you, but it’s worth a try.
Ingredients:
- Mashed tofu — 150g
- Instant coffee — 2 tbsp
- Butter — 15g
- Chopped yellow onion — 1
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Peeled boiled mashed sweet potatoes — 400g
- Minced pork — 200g
- Flour as needed
- Eggs — 3
- Oil for frying
Method:
Fry mashed tofu, instant coffee, and onion in butter until the mixture is fluffy, dry, and toasty. Add mashed sweet potatoes and eggs. Form 12 round balls from the mixture, coat in egg wash and flour, then fry until crispy.
Coffee-Roasted Carrots
This versatile recipe from Two Chimps Coffee can be easily adapted with other vegetables like beets.
Ingredients:
- Carrots — 5
- Extra-virgin olive oil — 1 tbsp
- Strongly brewed coffee — 60 ml
- Balsamic vinegar — 1 tbsp
- Maple syrup — 1 tbsp
- Salt — 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper — 1/4 tsp
- Fresh or dried thyme to taste
Method:
Boil coffee, balsamic vinegar, and maple syrup in a small saucepan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Peel and chop carrots, then coat with the glaze. Add olive oil, salt, and pepper, and toss well. Roast in a preheated oven at 200°C for 15 minutes, then coat with glaze again and roast for another 10 minutes. Serve with a creamy curd-based dip for a divine experience.
No-Churn Coffee Ice Cream
For those who prefer traditional flavors, try this simple Nigella Lawson recipe for a sweet coffee treat.
Ingredients:
- Chilled heavy or double cream — 1 1/4 cup
- Sweetened condensed milk — 2/3 cup
- Instant espresso powder — 2/3 cup
- Espresso liqueur — 2 tbsp
Method:
Whisk all ingredients together until stiff peaks form, then freeze for 6 hours before serving.
Celebrate International Coffee Day with these unique and delightful coffee-infused recipes.