Coffee rubbed steak has a delicious coating of coffee and spices that mingle together to make the most delicious steak ever! This easy coffee rub is great for most steaks, but our favorites are rib-eyes and strip steaks.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword coffee rubbed steak
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 8 minutesminutes
rest 5 minutesminutes
Total Time 13 minutesminutes
Author Rachel
Ingredients
2tbsp.finely ground coffee (I use a dark roast)fresh ground coffee preferred
1tbsp.sugar(you can omit this if watching carbs)
2tsp.seasoning salt (I use Lawry's)
1tsp.smoked paprika
2tbsp.chili seasoning mix(I used McCormick from a packet)
21 inch thick steaks (tender cuts preferred)ribeye is what I like to use
Instructions
In a small bowl combine the dry rub ingredients (except steaks) and mix well. Lay the steaks on a large plate and coat them completely with the coffee rub. Heat a large skillet (cast iron is preferred) on high heat with a thin coating of oil if not non stick. Place steaks in skillet and cook on high each side for at least 4 minutes or longer depending on how well done you like the steaks. Take the steaks off heat and let them rest covered in foil for 5 minutes before cutting into them. Serve after resting. Enjoy!
Notes
Steak temps and levels of doneness. Rare Cool red center125° F52° CMedium Rare Warm red center135° F57° CMedium Warm pink center145° F63° CMedium Well Slightly pink center150° F66° CWell Done Little or no pinkThe USDA recommends steaks and roasts be cooked to 145°F (medium) and then rested for at least 3 minutes. To ensure food safety, ground beef should be cooked to a minimum 160°F (well done). Be sure to check with a thermometer, as color alone is not a foolproof indicator.