Direct Fire Roasting Coffee Beans: A Simple Tutorial

Direct Fire Roasting Coffee Beans: A Simple Tutorial

Coffee is a drink that many people cannot live without every day, and freshly roasted coffee beans can bring a more intense and fragrant taste. Direct fire roasting is a traditional method that can be easily achieved at home. This article will introduce you to how to use direct fire to roast coffee beans.

Preparation

Before you begin, you will need the following materials:

• Green coffee beans: Choose high-quality, fresh green coffee beans.
• Wok or pan: Make sure the base is of moderate thickness to conduct heat evenly.
• Wooden stirring stick or spatula: For stirring and preventing beans from sticking.
• Timer: used to control the entire baking process time.
• Cleaning cloth or paper towel: used to clean the surface of the pot.

Step 1: Preheat the wok

1. Place the iron pan on the stove and preheat over medium-low heat.

2. Wait for the bottom of the pan to reach a suitable baking temperature. You can feel the temperature by placing your palm close to the bottom of the pan. If you can feel obvious heat, it means it is preheated.

Step 2: Add coffee beans

1. Pour the green coffee beans into the preheated iron pot.

2. Use a wooden stirring stick or spatula to stir the coffee beans evenly to prevent sticking and uneven heating.

Step 3: Start baking

1. Start the timer and set the appropriate time according to your personal taste and preference. Generally speaking, 15-20 minutes is a more common range.

2. Keep the heat on medium to low throughout the process and stir the coffee beans constantly to ensure even heating. Be careful to avoid overheating or overcooking for too long, which may cause a burnt and bitter taste.

Step 4: Master the degree of baking

1. During the roasting process, coffee beans go through different stages. In the early stages, the coffee beans will make a "first crack" sound, which is a sign of water evaporation.

2. As time goes by, the coffee beans will continue to change color and begin to make a "second crack" sound. This is the key moment to judge the degree of roasting.

3. If you like a light or medium-light roast, turn off the heat after the first crack and remove the pot from the heat. If you like a dark roast, do so after the second crack.

Step 5: Cooling and Storage

1. Pour the roasted coffee beans into a clean, flat container to cool.

< strong > 2. Wait for the coffee beans to cool completely before packaging. It is recommended to use airtight cans or vacuum bags to preserve freshness and aroma.

Tips

1. During the roasting process, it is very important to constantly stir the coffee beans to ensure even heating and avoid burning.

< strong > 2. Adjust the roasting time and heat according to your personal taste and preference. You can try different combinations to find the coffee beans that best suit your taste.

3. The roasted coffee beans need to be properly cooled to achieve the best flavor. Therefore, please wait patiently for a while before tasting.

Now you have learned the simple method of roasting coffee beans using direct flame. Go and practice it! Enjoy the aroma of your own freshly roasted coffee!