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Coffee Rub for Steak Recipe

This coffee rub for steak recipe is an incredibly flavored seasoning for any cut of steak.

It delivers almost a crust on the steak once cooked that is filled with rich, complex flavors that will have you looking forward to the next bite.

It is the perfect seasoning for grilling, pan-to-oven method or air fryer steak.

coffee rub for steak

Coffee Rub for Steak Recipe

Coffee Rub Recipe Ingredients

2 tablespoons ancho chile powder

2 tablespoons finely ground coffee beans

5 teaspoons dark brown sugar

1 tablespoon Spanish paprika

1½ teaspoons dried oregano

1½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

1½ teaspoons ground coriander

1½ teaspoons mustard powder

¾ teaspoon finely ground red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon ground ginger

1 tablespoon kosher salt

coffee rub for steak

Coffee Rub Recipe Directions

Mix all ingredients in a small bowl.

Season steaks with salt, then coat with 1 Tablespoon coffee rub per steak (save any extra rub for your next steak).

Allow seasoning to rest on steaks at room temperature for at least 30-minutes. The longer it rests, the more flavor it will create!

ribeye steaks with coffee rub on them resting

Cook using your favorite method.

Transfer steaks to a cutting board; let rest 10 minutes. Slice ½” thick.

beautiful air fryer ribeye

coffee rub for steak
Yield: 1/2 cup

Coffee Rub for Steak Recipe

This homemade coffee rub for steak delivers almost a crust on the steak once cooked that is filled with rich, complex flavors that will have you looking forward to the next bite.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
  • 2 tablespoons finely ground coffee beans
  • 5 teaspoons dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Spanish paprika
  • 1½ teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 1½ teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1½ teaspoons mustard powder
  • ¾ teaspoon finely ground red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients in a small bowl.
  2. Season steaks with salt, then coat with 1 Tablespoon coffee rub per steak (save any extra rub for your next steak).
  3. Allow seasoning to rest on steaks at room temperature for at least 30-minutes. The longer it rests, the more flavor it will create!
  4. Cook using your favorite method.
  5. Transfer steaks to a cutting board; let rest 10 minutes. Slice ½” thick.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 96Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1808mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 4gSugar: 10gProtein: 4g

The Nutritional Information may not be accurate.

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About Julee Morrison

Julee Morrison is an author and writer with over 35 years of experience in parenting and family recipes. She’s the author of four cookbooks: The Instant Pot College Cookbook, The How-To Cookbook for Teens, The Complete Cookbook for Teens, and The Complete College Cookbook.Available on Amazon,

Her work has appeared in The LA Times, Disney’s Family Fun Magazine, Bon Appétit, Weight Watchers Magazine, All You, Scholastic Parent & Child, and more.

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