Description
This Bold & Smoky Coffee Rub is the perfect seasoning blend for grilling, roasting, or smoking meats. With the deep richness of coffee, a hint of smokiness, and a touch of spice, this rub adds an irresistible flavor to your favorite cuts of meat, from steaks to ribs to chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup ground coffee (preferably dark roast)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt (or more to taste)
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
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Mix the Rub:
- In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients: ground coffee, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Stir until well mixed and all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
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Apply the Rub:
- Pat your meat dry with paper towels to remove any moisture. This helps the rub stick better.
- Generously coat your meat (steaks, chicken, pork, or ribs) with the coffee rub, pressing gently to ensure it sticks. Make sure to cover all sides evenly.
- For best results, let the meat sit with the rub for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for a few hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
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Cook:
- Grill, roast, or smoke your meat as usual, following your preferred method for the cut of meat you’re using. The rub will create a beautiful crust on the outside while keeping the inside juicy and flavorful.
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Serve:
Once your meat is cooked to your desired level, serve and enjoy the bold, smoky, and coffee-flavored crust!
Notes
- You can adjust the level of heat by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- This rub works great on all types of meats but is particularly delicious on steak, chicken, and ribs.
- Leftover rub can be stored in an airtight container for up to 6 months in a cool, dry place.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies depending on the meat being cooked
- Category: Spices, Marinades
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per 1 tbsp of rub
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0g