Vietnamese Coffee

Experience the bold, rich flavors of Vietnamese Coffee, a quintessential Southeast Asian treat that combines robust Vietnamese ground coffee with the creamy sweetness of condensed milk. Using a traditional Vietnamese coffee filter, or phin, this recipe lets you enjoy a slow-drip brewing process that enhances the coffee's intensity and aroma. In just 10 minutes, you can create a drink that’s perfect hot or iced, making it versatile for any season. Whether you’re savoring it alongside breakfast or as an afternoon pick-me-up, this indulgent coffee offers a delightful balance of strong, bittersweet notes and velvety smoothness. Perfect for coffee lovers seeking an easy yet authentic way to elevate their caffeine routine!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Vietnamese ground coffee (such as Trung Nguyen or Cafe du Monde)
• 2 tablespoons Sweetened condensed milk
• 120 milliliters Boiling water

Directions

Step 1

Place 2 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk into the bottom of a glass or coffee mug.

Step 2

Remove the lid and the filter insert from a Vietnamese coffee filter (phin).

Step 3

Add 2 tablespoons of Vietnamese ground coffee into the filter.

Step 4

Gently shake the filter to level the coffee grounds.

Step 5

Place the filter's insert on top of the coffee grounds and press down gently to compact the grounds slightly.

Step 6

Position the filter on top of the glass or mug containing the condensed milk.

Step 7

Pour 20 milliliters of boiling water into the filter to saturate the coffee and let it bloom for 30 seconds.

Step 8

Slowly add the remaining 100 milliliters of boiling water to the filter.

Step 9

Cover the filter with its lid and let the coffee drip for about 4 to 5 minutes. Adjust the insert if needed to control drip speed.

Step 10

Once the dripping stops, remove the filter from the mug.

Step 11

Stir the brewed coffee and condensed milk until fully combined.

Step 12

Serve hot or pour over ice for an iced version.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(168.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	124.0

Total Fat 3.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 12.9mg	0%
Sodium 48.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 3.0g	0%

Vitamin D 3.0IU	0%
Calcium 107.9mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 190.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.9%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 66.5%