{"id":"ca_phe_sua_a_fc8942fcb4","slug":"vietnamese-iced-coffee-ca-phe-sua-da","title":"Vietnamese Iced Coffee (Cà Phê Sữa Đá)","description":"A bold, rich, and creamy Vietnamese classic made using a traditional Phin filter, sweetened condensed milk, and dark-roasted Robusta beans.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":8,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":5},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2-3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk","name":"Condensed Milk","quantity":40,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"thick liquid","notes":"Adjust to desired sweetness","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"3 tablespoons Vietnamese ground coffee","name":"Coffee","quantity":20,"unit":"g","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"coarse grind","notes":"Preferably dark roast with chicory","group":"brew","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1/2 cup boiling water","name":"Boiling Water","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"boiling","notes":"Approximately 205°F (96°C)","group":"brew","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 cup ice cubes","name":"Ice cubes","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"cubed or crushed","notes":"Large cubes melt slower","group":"serving","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Pour the sweetened condensed milk into the bottom of a heat-proof glass.","group":"Prep","title":"Pour the sweetened condensed milk","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prep"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Remove the top screen from the Phin filter. Add the ground coffee and replace the screen, pressing down lightly. Do not press too hard or the water won't drip through.","group":"Brew","title":"Remove the top screen from the Phin filter","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Brew"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Place the Phin filter over the glass. Pour a small amount (about 1-2 tbsp) of 205°F (96°C) water into the filter and wait 30 seconds to allow the coffee to bloom.","group":"Brew","title":"Place the Phin filter","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Brew"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Fill the Phin filter with the remaining boiling water, cover with the lid, and let the coffee drip slowly into the glass. This should take about 5 minutes.","group":"Brew","title":"Fill the Phin filter","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Brew"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Once the coffee has finished dripping, remove the filter. Stir the coffee and condensed milk together until well combined.","group":"Finish","title":"Remove the filter","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finish"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Fill the glass with ice cubes, stir again, and serve immediately.","group":"Finish","title":"Fill the glass with ice cubes","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finish"}],"notes":"For the most authentic flavor, use Vietnamese coffee brands like Trung Nguyen or Cafe Du Monde (chicory blend). The Phin filter is essential for the slow drip process that creates the signature strong brew.","cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Vietnamese"]},"course":["drink"],"cookingMethod":["boil","noCook"],"equipment":["Phin coffee filter","Heat-proof glass","Spoon"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","nut_free","egg_free","soy_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"glass","note":"Approximately 12 oz serving with ice"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"You can brew the coffee with condensed milk in advance and keep it in the fridge, but only add ice right before serving."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store brewed coffee mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Best served cold over fresh ice."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fca_phe_sua_a_fc8942fcb4%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b977dec0-4bfc-4ae3-b22c-1d794e4c322f","imageAlt":"Vietnamese Iced Coffee (Cà Phê Sữa Đá) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["vietnamese","coffee","iced coffee","sweet","caffeine","condensed milk"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Vietnamese Iced Coffee (Cà Phê Sữa Đá)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T21:19:49.681Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T21:19:49.681Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_1eabc51509","slug":"coconut-milkshake-nam-maphrao-pan","title":"Coconut Milkshake (Nam Maphrao Pan)","description":"A creamy, refreshing Thai-style blended drink made with the meat and water of a fresh young coconut, sweetened with condensed milk and syrup.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":7,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Thai"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_1eabc51509%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=94ee36be-9f92-4c6c-8b8f-76cbe1ddb7e8","imageAlt":"Coconut Milkshake (Nam Maphrao Pan) — recipe cover","tags":["coconut","shake","smoothie","thai drink","tropical","refreshing"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":4},{"id":"kopi_tubruk_7154f9081a","slug":"kopi-tubruk","title":"Kopi Tubruk","description":"A traditional Indonesian specialty where fine coffee grounds are brewed directly in the glass with boiling water, creating a rich, thick, and potent beverage.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":1,"cookMinutes":4,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":2},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Indonesian"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","paleo","low_carb","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fkopi_tubruk_7154f9081a%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=9c2f9d80-ae13-43f4-bc53-362327239c7e","imageAlt":"Kopi Tubruk — recipe cover","tags":["coffee","beverage","indonesian","traditional","caffeine","quick","easy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":3,"stepCount":5},{"id":"nuoc_mia_tac_5d46efebbc","slug":"kumquat-sugarcane-juice-nuoc-mia-tac","title":"Kumquat Sugarcane Juice (Nước Mía Tắc)","description":"A refreshing and iconic Vietnamese street drink made from freshly pressed sugarcane juice infused with the bright, citrusy aroma of kumquats, served chilled over ice.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":5,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Vietnamese"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fnuoc_mia_tac_5d46efebbc%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=eb36c3d9-ebad-4306-8394-321789a4fcdf","imageAlt":"Kumquat Sugarcane Juice (Nước Mía Tắc) — recipe cover","tags":["sugarcane","kumquat","refreshing","vietnamese drink","street food","summer drink"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":3,"stepCount":4}]}