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Caffè Mocha w/ Vietnamese Chocolate

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Iced Caffè Mocha w/ Vietnamese Chocolate | Espresso
Yield 1
Author Chef Tu David Phu
Prep time
8 Min
Total time
8 Min

Iced Caffè Mocha w/ Vietnamese Chocolate | Espresso

This Mocha presents an intriguing blend by incorporating the essence of Vietnamese chocolate, or "Sô Cô La," as known in Vietnam. Like sophisticated hot chocolate for adults, Mochas seamlessly unite chocolate and espresso flavors. Like the intricate nature of coffee's terroir, Vietnamese chocolate boasts its distinctive character, setting it apart from conventional cocoa origins. Rooted in my heritage, my preference for Vietnamese chocolate confidently underscores its capacity to infuse a unique depth and complexity into the realm of chocolate. This Mocha recipe serves as an ideal showcase for the captivating attributes of Vietnamese Chocolate.

Ingredients

Ingredients
Equipment

Instructions

Make the Espresso Syrup
  1. Add 20 grams of La Nuit Noire chocolate chips in a metal creamer with the cinnamon.
  2. Place the metal creamer in a 200° F water bath for 3 minutes; you can also place the metal creamer on top of your espresso machine's cup warming tray.
  3. Add 2 espresso shots to the metal creamer once the chocolate has melted to a fudge-like consistency.
  4. Add 2.5 oz., Condensed Milk (optional)
  5. Use an aero latte to emulsify the chocolate and espresso.
  6. Pass the mixture through a fine mesh strainer.
Make the Whipped Cream
  1. In a 10 oz Cocktail Glass, add 2 -3 large cocktail ice cubes
  2. Add 4 oz. of whole milk
  3. Pour the chocolate espresso mixture into a glass
  4. Serve immediately
  5. Stir vigorously before drinking

Notes

Neapolitan Espresso

Similar to wine, coffee possesses a diverse range of characteristics. In the case of this recipe, I opted for a Neapolitan roast sourced from my local coffee roaster, Mr. Espresso. This particular roast boasts delightful notes of caramel, hazelnut, and dark chocolate, creating a remarkable harmony when combined with the flavors of chocolate and ube.


-About Mr. Espresso-

www.mrespresso.com

Mr. Espresso is an Oakland-based, family-owned, and operated Specialty Coffee Roaster that started in 1978. Mr. They specialize in gently roasted coffee as it was in Italy, over slow-burning oak wood logs that are hand-selected, perfectly seasoned, and sustainably sourced. Skillfully adapting this Old World tradition to modern tastes, the Mr. Espresso family continues to roast classically inspired blends to bring you an espresso like no other.

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Brown Sugar Boba Coffee | Mr. Espresso

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Brown Sugar Boba Coffee | Espresso
Yield 1
Author Chef Tu David Phu
Prep time
8 Min
Total time
8 Min

Brown Sugar Boba Coffee | Espresso

I'm familiar with boba, but have you ever tried brown sugar boba coffee? Combining the beloved brown sugar boba with an espresso shot is mind-bogglingly GOOD! The contrast of the chewy boba pearls with the rich espresso creates a beautiful textural experience. At the same time, the flavors intermingle to create a taste sensation that is both familiar and exciting for both boba enthusiasts and coffee lovers alike.

Ingredients

Ingredients
Equipment

Instructions

Make the Espresso Syrup
  1. Add 2 espresso shots into a frothing cup. Then add 3 oz. of Tiger syrup.
  2. Use an Aero Latte to emulsify the espresso and the syrup.
  3. Set aside.
Make the Whipped Cream
  1. In a small cup, 1/4 cup of cream, and a pinch of kosher salt.
  2. Use an Aero Latte to whip the milk mixture until the ribbon stage. (see notes)
  3. Set aside in the refrigerator.
  4. The mixture can be re-whisk via Aero Latte if it starts to thin.
Make the Brown Sugar Bobba Coffee
  1. In a Highball glass, add 2 tbsp of Crystal Boba.
  2. Fill the glass with ice.
  3. Add 1/4 cup of whole milk to the glass.
  4. Then add the espresso-syrup mixture.
  5. Top the glass with the whipped cream.
  6. Garnish 1 tbsp of Crystal Boba. and lemon zest.
  7. Serve immediately.
  8. Stir vigorously before drinking.

Notes

Ribbon Stage - In baking, the ribbon stage refers to a texture developed when whisking a mixture to the point where it falls from the whisk in a 'ribbon-like' pattern that slowly dissolves back into the mixture.


Neapolitan Espresso

Similar to wine, coffee possesses a diverse range of characteristics. In the case of this recipe, I opted for a Neapolitan roast sourced from my local coffee roaster, Mr. Espresso. This particular roast boasts delightful notes of caramel, hazelnut, and dark chocolate, creating a remarkable harmony when combined with the flavors of chocolate and ube.


-About Mr. Espresso-

www.mrespresso.com

Mr. Espresso is an Oakland-based, family-owned, and operated Specialty Coffee Roaster that started in 1978. Mr. They specialize in coffee that is gently roasted as it was in Italy, over slow-burning, oak wood logs that are hand-selected, perfectly seasoned, and sustainably sourced. Skillfully adapting this Old World tradition to modern tastes, the Mr. Espresso family continues to roast classically inspired blends to bring you an espresso like no other.

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Vietnamese Shakerato | Mr. Espresso

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Vietnamese Shakerato
Yield 1
Author Chef Tu David Phu
Prep time
5 Min
Total time
5 Min

Vietnamese Shakerato

With the scorching heat of summer upon us, the idea of sipping on hot coffee doesn't appeal to me. But I think I’ve found a solution by taking a page from Italian and Vietnamese coffee culture. Enter the Vietnamese Shakerato - a sophisticated and invigorating chilled espresso beverage that has become my go-to this summer. When shaken vigorously, this drink unveils a powerful yet harmonious flavor profile, despite its simple composition of just four ingredients: espresso, whole milk, condensed milk, and ice. The result is a drink that delivers a refreshing punch, offering a delightful escape from the heat. But most importantly, it’s delicious.

Ingredients

Ingredients
Equipment

Instructions

  1. Add 3 tablespoons of condensed milk, 4 oz. of fresh whole milk, a double espresso shot, and 1/2 cup of ice into the cocktail shaker.
  2. Shake vigorously for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour milk/condensed milk mixture into a 10 oz. glass with the ice.

Notes

Neapolitan Espresso

Similar to wine, coffee possesses a diverse range of characteristics. In the case of this recipe, I opted for a Neapolitan roast sourced from my local coffee roaster, Mr. Espresso. This particular roast boasts delightful notes of caramel, hazelnut, and dark chocolate, creating a remarkable harmony when combined with the flavors of chocolate and ube.


-About Mr. Espresso-

www.mrespresso.com

Mr. Espresso is an Oakland-based, family-owned, and operated Specialty Coffee Roaster that started in 1978. Mr. They specialize in coffee that is gently roasted as it was in Italy, over slow-burning, oak wood logs that are hand-selected, perfectly seasoned, and sustainably sourced. Skillfully adapting this Old World tradition to modern tastes, the Mr. Espresso family continues to roast classically inspired blends to bring you an espresso like no other.

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Korean Fried Chicken and Caviar

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Korean Fried Chicken and Caviar
Yield 4
Author Chef Tu David Phu
Prep time
2 H & 30 M
Cook time
35 Min
Total time
3 H & 5 M

Korean Fried Chicken and Caviar

Have you ever tried Fried Chicken with Caviar? It’s mind-meltingly good. There's a stigma that caviar is reserved for "preferred taste." It's my conviction that caviar can be enjoyed by anyone. It's nothing more than clean, salted fish eggs. And we seafood aficionados like myself go crazy over it. Similar to fish sauce, it’s umami, earthy, and briny; which makes it a super delightful garnish, such as brined olives, smoked salmon, or even bacon. If you love any of the aforementioned, you would love this Korean Fried Chicken, drenched in ranch dressing, and sprinkled with Tsar Nicoulai’s White Sturgeon Malassol Reserved Caviar, and Gold Pearl Salmon Roe.

Ingredients

Korean Fried Chicken (Marinating)
Korean Fried Chicken (Batter)
Garnishes
Other

Instructions

Season the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken drumsticks and thighs into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.
  3. Mix the bowl to thoroughly incorporate the seasoning with the chicken.
  4. Cover the bowl and store it in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Make the Fried Chicken Batter
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, iced water, ap flour, baking soda, potato starch, and salt.
  2. Use a fork (or whisk) to incorporate the mixture until it becomes a smooth batter.
  3. Allow the batter to rest for 30 minutes before whisking it again.
Fry the Chicken
  1. Fill a large cast iron pot with frying oil.
  2. Heat the oil to 350 F on medium heat.
  3. Take a chicken [thigh or drumsticks] and fully submerge it into the batter.
  4. Allow the excess batter to run off. Then gently lay the battered chicken into the frying pot.
  5. Cook 3-4 pieces at a time.
  6. Fry the chicken for 10 minutes. Or until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 F.
  7. Remove from the oil and place on paper towels. Let them rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Assemble
  1. Assemble the fried chicken in a latter shallow bowl (or platter).
  2. Dollop ranch on all the fried chicken pieces.
  3. Dollop caviar and salmon roe on the fried chicken as well.
  4. Garnish the chicken with sliced scallions (optional)

Notes

—About Tsar Nicoulai Caviar—

For over 30 years, Tsar Nicoulai Caviar has sustainably cultivated world-renowned caviar from 100% American White Sturgeon. And is the first caviar farm in the world to produce food in an aquaponics system, which is a complete ecosystem that includes growing fish, plants, and bacteria. Not only is their caviar sustainable but their farm is a zero-waste facility.

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How To Order an Italian Espresso

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Do you know how to order an Italian Espresso? No worries! Chef Viola Buitoni, a legendary Italian food expert, has given us a guide for 6 staple espressos.

Chef Viola Buitoni [ @violabuitoni ], Italian Food Culture Expert

http://www.violasitaly.com/

📍 San Francisco, CA

Chef Viola Buitoni is an Italian Food Culture expert that serves as an Italian Food Expert Advisor to San Francisco's Italian Consulate and The Italian Cultural Institute. She’s even been knighted by the President of the Italian Republic, exporting authentic Italian Food Culture to the United States.

Chef Viola was so gracious to invite into her home, indulge me with Italian espresso culture.

“This not a recipe, instead the nomenclature of espresso in Italian culture.” - Chef Viola.

And her guidance, she’s selected 6 espressos to highlight: Caffè, Lungo, Allungato, Americano, Macchiato, Doppio Macchiato, and Macchinatone.

To understand the nuanced differences, you can watch Chef Viola explain them in the video below. Or reference the guide included on this page.

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Cà Phê Trung [Vietnamese Egg Coffee]

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Cà Phê Trung [Vietnamese Egg Coffee]
Yield 1
Author Chef Tu David Phu
Prep time
10 Min
Cook time
5 Min
Total time
15 Min

Cà Phê Trung [Vietnamese Egg Coffee]

After World War II, Vietnam endured severe food shortages due to the French Indochina War. In particular, fresh dairy. And it was a hotel barista named Giang, at the  Metropole Hotel in Hanoi, that devised a genius alternative for dairy in coffee.Vietnamese egg coffee (Cà Phê Trung) is made by beating an egg yolk with sweetened condensed milk until it makes an airy, creamy, meringue-like fluff. Personally, I think it’s better than traditional Vietnamese Coffee.

Ingredients

Instructions

Whisk the Egg
  1. In a small bowl, pasteurize the fresh chicken egg in a 200° F water bath for 5 minutes.
  2. Separate the yolk from the whites.
  3. Whisk in condensed milk thoroughly.
  4. Whisk egg yolk into soft peak.
Make the Phin Filter Coffee
  1. Bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
  2. Add the ground coffee to a Vietnamese Phin Fitler
  3. Put it on top of the glass.
  4. Pour hot water over the coffee and let it drip for 5 minutes.
  5. After 5 minutes, remove the coffee filter and discard the coffee grounds.

Notes:

Neapolitan Espresso [grind: espresso #2]

Like wine, coffee has many different characteristics. For this recipe, I chose a Neapolitan roast from my local coffee roaster Mr.Espresso. It has hints of caramel, hazelnut, and dark chocolate - which pairs amazing well this egg coffee


-About Mr. Espresso-

Mr. Espresso is an Oakland-based, family-owned, and operated Specialty Coffee Roaster that started in 1978. Mr. They specialize in coffee that is gently roasted as it was in Italy, over slow-burning, oak wood logs that are hand-selected, perfectly seasoned, and sustainably sourced. Skillfully adapting this Old World tradition to modern tastes, the Mr. Espresso family continues to roast classically inspired blends to bring you an espresso-like no other.

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