Egg coffee, called Cà Phê Trứng in Vietnamese, was first invented by Nguyen Giang in 1946. There was a shortage of milk in Hanoi due to the French War. Mr. Nguyen creatively began adding whisked eggs to his coffee instead.
The original version was a bit, well, eggy. But over time the recipe was modified with the addition of sugar, condensed milk, and even Laughing Cow cheese. No one knows the recipe for sure since its a secret recipe. These days Egg Coffee is a staple of Hanoi coffee culture and a must-try while in Hanoi!
What does it taste like? Well its incredibly thick and rich and creamy. Closer to a dessert than a beverage. Liquid tiramisu is the most accurate description weve heard.
Nguyen Giang still has a café where you can try his famous recipe, or you can grab a cup of Egg Coffee at dozens of coffee shops all over Hanoi.
1. Who invented egg coffee?
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2. Why did Nguyen Giang add whisked eggs to his coffee?
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3. What is the recipe to make egg coffee nowadays?
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4. What does egg coffee taste like?
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5. Where can we buy this type of coffee?
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