Tuga Pops − Friday, November 6, 2015, 11 Years ago in Drink Recipes
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Portuguese Galão Recipe: Authentic 10-Minute Creamy Coffee

Master this Portuguese Galão Recipe for a creamy espresso and milk drink that captures authentic Lisbon coffee culture with perfect ratios and texture.
10 min 1 servings Very Easy Prep time 5 min Cooking Time 5 min
 

You’ll Love This Portuguese Galão Recipe: Authentic 10-Minute Creamy Coffee

This definitive guide to the Portuguese galao recipe delivers a sophisticated balance of bold espresso and velvety milk. By mastering the three-to-one ratio, you create a creamy espresso and milk beverage that defines authentic Lisbon coffee culture. This method ensures a silky mouthfeel and rich aromatic profile, providing a superior morning ritual that outperforms standard lattes.


Ingredients

60 ml (2 oz) Strong espresso or intense dark roast coffee180 ml (6 oz) Whole milk5 g (1 tsp) Granulated sugar or to taste

Equipment:

Espresso machine or moka potSmall saucepanHand whisk or milk frotherTall heat-resistant glassLong-handled spoon

Directions

  1. Prepare one shot of high-quality espresso or concentrated dark roast coffee using your preferred brewing method.
  2. Place the whole milk in a small saucepan over medium heat and bring it to a steady boil while whisking constantly.
  3. Continue whisking vigorously for the final thirty seconds of heating to create a light layer of micro-foam on the surface.
  4. Pour the hot espresso into the base of a tall heat-resistant glass to establish the flavor foundation.
  5. Slowly stream the heated milk into the glass allowing the foam to settle naturally at the top of the beverage.
  6. Stir in sugar to your preferred sweetness level using a long-handled spoon and serve immediately while the temperature is optimal.

Adapted from a Recipe by:  EasyPortugueseRecipes.com 

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

Calories
120 kcal
Fat
5 g
Carbs
12 g
Protein
6 g

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Comments (4)

Nicole Nascimento
Nicole Nascimento
Is there a portuguese latte or is the galao the portuguese latte
3 Years ago, Sunday, February 19, 2023

Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
There might be other ones now, but the galão is the original Portuguese late.
3 Years ago, Sunday, February 19, 2023

Roberta
Roberta
I love these. In the Azores I had one every day. They he half strength espresso for me. Just darn good.
5 Years ago, Saturday, September 11, 2021

Tuga Pops
Tuga Pops
Great to hear Roberta.
5 Years ago, Sunday, September 12, 2021

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