Qahwa Saada – Arabic Coffee Recipe. Make It at Home!

Saudi Arabia, just like many other Middle Eastern countries, is known for its hospitality. One known custom is to greet guests with a fresh cup of coffee. In this article, we will discuss Arabic coffee, how it’s made, and how to make one at home! Keep reading!

Helena Shaw

January 5, 2023

About Arabic Coffee

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1 About Arabic Coffee

2 Arabic Coffee Beans

3 Arabic Coffee vs Turkish Coffee

4 How to Make Arabic Coffee – Arabic Coffee Recipe

Arabic coffee is a type of coffee that is traditionally prepared and served in the Middle East. The coffee beans are roasted and then ground into a fine powder, which is then brewed with water to create a strong, concentrated coffee. Cardamom, saffron, cinnamon, and cloves are often added. Arabic coffee is typically served in small cups, and it is often accompanied by dates or other sweets.

Arabic Coffee Beans

Arabic coffee beans are a type of coffee bean that is native to African countries. These beans are characterized by their small size and dark color. Arabic coffee beans are typically lightly roasted. Arabic coffee beans are also known for their high caffeine content. Because of this, Arabic coffee is often consumed in small amounts.

Arabic Coffee vs Turkish Coffee

Arabic coffee and Turkish coffee are two similar yet distinct types of coffee. Both originate from the Middle East, and both are made with finely ground coffee beans and boiled in water. However, the two styles of coffee differ in terms of preparation and serving.

Arabic coffee is typically made with a pot or an ibrik, and it is served black and unsweetened (Qahwa Saada). Turkish coffee, on the other hand, is made with a special device called a cezve, and it is often served with sugar and spices. Ultimately, both Arabic coffee and Turkish coffee are delicious ways to enjoy freshly brewed coffee. But whether you prefer one over the other is simply a matter of taste.

How to Make Arabic Coffee – Arabic Coffee Recipe

To make Arabic coffee, you will need:

1 tablespoon ground, light roast coffee;
1 cup water;
1 teaspoon sugar (optional);
cardamom, cloves, or cinnamon (optional).

Here’s how to make Arabic coffee:

Place the ground coffee in an ibrik or small pot.
Add the water and sugar (if desired), and stir to combine.
Place the pot over medium heat, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Do not allow it to come to a boil.
Once the mixture has simmered for a minute or two, remove it from the heat and add your desired flavorings (if using).
Pour the coffee into small cups and serve immediately. Enjoy!

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Helena Shaw

Helena Shaw is an excellent baker. She also loves to cook, and has collected quite a few cookbooks over the years. In fact, she used to bake for hotels before moving on to do special orders for a local patisserie. Helena also enjoys going on coffee trips with her dog, and spending time with her loved ones.