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I don't have anything like an actual coffee roaster or hot air popcorn popper, so looking for advice on how to do it in a pan or perhaps oven.

I don't have anything like an actual coffee roaster or hot air popcorn popper, so looking for advice on how to do it in a pan or perhaps oven.

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[–] • 3 pts

Using a pan is difficult. The goal is to get an even as possible roast. You will have to constantly be moving the beans to prevent scorching. Don't over fill the pan. The beans should all be able to touch the surface. I found shaking the pan to kinda roll the beans is a good way to even out the roast. Be patient depending on the bean variety it can take some time. Some varieties contain more moisture and take longer. Listen for first crack. If you are new to roasting look up first and second crack. Be prepared for the smell. It won't smell like coffee as the beans burn off moisture and expand. Also you should let the beans sit for a day or more as they expel the CO2 left inside. Otherwise your coffee may taste like charcoal. Have Fun!!! I personally use a popcorn popper and really enjoy experimenting

[–] [deleted] • 3 pts

Thank you, sir. I was considering using a crank stovetop popcorn popper,but that sucker is caked with butter. Mrs. Sunshine is going to town today, so I will have her check the thrift store for a hot air popcorn popper. Or a coffee roaster- you never know, and this town is chock-full-o ultra rich types, so you see a lot of expensive kitchen gadgets and such they have donated. Today I am going to pan them though. That is a real pic,by the way, and I will update after I roast these Beans.

[–] • 1 pt

That's awesome. I have been roasting for a couple years now. Started pan roasting, then I bought a cheap popcorn popper and have been using it ever since I refused to pay those crazy prices for a home roaster. I am currently roasting a bean from Costa Rica called red honey. Good luck! Enjoy!

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