Turkish Coffee

Turkish coffee is a traditional method of preparing unfiltered coffee, originating from the Ottoman Empire and now a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. It is made by simmering very finely ground coffee beans with water (and often sugar) in a special pot called a cezve or ibrik, resulting in a thick, frothy, and aromatic brew served in small cups.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

A typical serving is low in calories (around 5-15 calories for an unsweetened cup) and contains negligible fat, protein, or carbohydrates. Its key nutrients come from the coffee compounds themselves, such as antioxidants and a moderate amount of caffeine (about 50-65 mg per small cup).

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	12 kcal
Protein	0.3 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	0.1 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	5 mg
Potassium	116 mg
Magnesium	7 mg
Niacin (B3)	0.5 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.01 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Copper	0.01 mg
Phosphorus	6 mg
Iron	0.1 mg

Per 1 cup (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The coffee grounds are left to settle at the bottom of the cup, and in Turkey, the leftover grounds are often used for fortune-telling (tasseography). This brewing method also allows for the full extraction of oils and compounds from the coffee, giving it a distinctively rich flavor and potential health benefits from higher levels of certain antioxidants.