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Gerstenkaffee (barley coffee)

A caffeine-free hot drink made from roasted barley, with a rounded, slightly toasted flavour. It is served with milk and sugar, often at breakfast or in the afternoon, with the family.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Nutrition facts

126 kcal per serving

Protein
4.8 g
Carbohydrates
21.8 g
of which sugars
11.6 g
Fat
1.8 g
of which saturated fat
1.1 g
Fiber
1.4 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. If the barley is in grains, coarsely crush it in a mortar or with a grinder.
  2. Bring the water to a boil, then add the barley and reduce the heat.
  3. Let it simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring from time to time.
  4. Strain the liquid through a fine sieve or a coffee filter.
  5. Heat the milk separately without letting it boil.
  6. Pour the barley coffee into each cup, add the hot milk and sweeten to taste.
  7. Serve immediately, while hot.

Variations and tips

Milky version for children. Mix half milk, half water and add a spoonful of cocoa for the little ones.

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