Coriander coffee

                   Malli kaapi/kothambari kaapi/

This coffee was first introduced to me yesterday when we visited AVEES PUTTU HOUSE,in Onnamkara near Changanassery.It was included in the Puttu(steamed rice cake,once of the authentic dishes of Kerala) thali we ordered.Since then we were eager to try out at home and this was the result.
Karupeeti is rich in calcium,iron and vitamins and can be used by people of all ages whereas coriander seeds aids in digestion,rich in calcium,iron ,has antibacterial properties and thus goes its endless benefits.So guys pen down this easy and healthy coffee recipe..

Serves:4

Ingredients

Water- 2 3/4 cup (makes 4 glass)

Coffee powder-1 tsp                                  Roasted coriander powder-1 tbsp heaped

Karupatti/palm gur- 3 tbsp heaped

:feel free to adjust the ingredients

Method

:Roast the coriander powder till nice aroma is felt.Be careful not to burn it.

:Now heat 4 glasses(2 3/4 cup) water in a pan by adding karupatti. Once it starts bubbling add in coffee powder along with coriander powder.Let it boil for a minute or two.

:Do a taste test.If it is not sweet upto mark add in more karupatti and boil it slowly on low flame.

:if the taste of coriander is not felt add in more powder.

:adjust the ingredients according to your taste.

:If you wish you can add little pepper powder for a slight spiciness and if you add dried ginger you will get dry ginger coffee/sukku malli kaapi.

:Best cup of coffee to sip and enjoy on any time of the day...!!!