Coffee Rub Steak

Elevate your steak night with the bold and sophisticated flavors of Coffee Rub Steak—a recipe that combines the smoky richness of ground coffee with the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy seasonings. This quick and easy dish comes together in just 20 minutes, featuring a perfectly seared boneless ribeye coated in a flavorful rub of brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, and a kick of cayenne pepper. The coffee crust locks in the juices, creating a caramelized exterior with tender, juicy meat inside. Ideal for grilling or pan-searing, this recipe is perfect to impress at dinner parties or for a gourmet weeknight treat. Serve it hot with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad to complete a restaurant-quality meal in no time.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons ground coffee
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 8-ounce steaks boneless ribeye steaks
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the ground coffee, brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create the coffee rub.

Step 2

Pat the ribeye steaks dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Rub both sides of each steak with olive oil, then generously coat each steak with the prepared coffee rub, pressing it into the meat for maximum flavor.

Step 3

Preheat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Make sure the pan is hot before cooking to achieve a great sear.

Step 4

Place the steaks in the pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes on the first side without moving them to create a crust.

Step 5

Flip the steaks and cook for another 3-5 minutes on the other side for medium-rare doneness. Adjust cooking time based on your preferred level of doneness.

Step 6

Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 7

Slice the steaks against the grain and serve hot. Pair with your favorite sides for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(511.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1636.6

Total Fat 135.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 363.2mg	0%
Sodium 553.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 9.1g
Protein 91.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 82.8mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 1405.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.0%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 3.7%