The flat white emerged in Australia and New Zealand in the 1980s as a response to cappuccino with less foam and more espresso. Melbourne baristas exported it to the world as a third wave coffee standard. Its balance between intensity and silkiness defines it as an accessible specialty coffee.
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Australian flat white
Flat white australiano con ristretto, microespuma sedosa y latte art casero.
- Australia
- Starter
- Vegetarian
- Light
- Low fat
- medium
8 min
Tiempo de Preparación
1
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 110 kcal
- Protein 6 g
- Fiber 0 g
- Carbohydrates 9 g
- Fat 5 g
- Sodium 90 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Australian flat white is an Australian preparation with medium difficulty. Reserve about 13 minutes in total (8 for mise en place and preparation, 5 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 18 g of specialty ground coffee.
- Have ready: 30 ml of double ristretto espresso.
- Have ready: 150 ml of whole milk.
- Have ready: 1 pinch of salt.
- Have ready: Sugar optional.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Preheat cup with hot water; dry before serving
Preheat cup with hot water; dry before serving.
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Extract short and concentrated double ristretto espresso directly into…
Extract short and concentrated double ristretto espresso directly into the cup.
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Heat milk to 60-65 C, texturing with steam or French press until…
Heat milk to 60-65 C, texturing with steam or French press until silky microfoam. Keep the steam constant; If the water in the base evaporates, add more heat without wetting the food.
Keep the steam constant; If the water in the base evaporates, add more hot water without wetting the food.
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Pour milk from low height integrating cream and espresso in…
Pour milk from a low height integrating cream and espresso in closed circles.
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Top with a thin layer of uniform white foam without large bubbles.
Top with a thin layer of uniform white foam without large bubbles.
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Optional: draw simple latte art or sprinkle minimal cocoa
Optional: draw simple latte art or sprinkle minimal cocoa.
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Serve immediately to preserve contrast between intense espresso…
Serve immediately to preserve the contrast between intense espresso and velvety milk.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with barista oat milk.
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