Kahawa

Kahawa

J

Joseph Wanjiru

8 Feb 2026

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Cook

5 mins

Serves

2 People

Calories

350 calories

Indulge in a warm cup of Kahawa, a fragrant East African coffee spiced with cardamom and vanilla. Perfect for cozy mornings or afternoon pick-me-ups, this comforting brew will awaken your senses and elevate your coffee experience.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 4 tablespoons finely ground coffee
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom pods
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

  1. 1

    Boil the water in a saucepan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Once boiling, add the finely ground coffee and cardamom pods.

  3. 3

    Stir well and reduce the heat. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute before straining into a serving pot.

  5. 5

    Add sugar to taste and stir until dissolved.

  6. 6

    If desired, add warmed milk and vanilla extract for a creamier texture.

  7. 7

    Serve hot in cups and enjoy your Kahawa.

Nutrition per serving

350kcal
Calories

Fat

12g

Carbs

40g

Protein

10g

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Rate this recipe

4.6 · 28 ratings

Comments

G
Giulia Greco14/02/2026

Rich and flavorful, loved every sip!

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