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Cuban Coffee (Café Cubano) with Crema
Traditional Cuban espresso made in a stovetop moka pot (cafetera). Sweetened with a thick sugar‑coffee foam called crema. Follow the step‑by‑step guide for perfect, frothy Cuban coffee every time.
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Critical Success Points
- • Fill water to the correct level
- • Pack coffee grounds lightly and evenly
- • Watch for the first drops of coffee
- • Stir sugar and coffee quickly to form a thick crema
Safety Warnings
- • The plastic handle of the moka pot becomes hot; use a pot holder to avoid burns.
- • Coffee may splatter if the lid is opened during brewing; keep it closed.
- • Never leave the stove unattended while the coffee is brewing.
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