Coffee-Chile Dry Rub
Updated December 6, 2022
Tony Cenicola/The New York Times
- Total Time
- 5 minutes
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Ingredients
¼ cup finely ground dark-roast coffee
¼ cup ancho chile powder
¼ cup dark brown sugar, tightly packed
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon ground cumin
Nutritional analysis per serving
40 grams carbs; 180 calories; 1 gram monosaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 4 grams fat; 8 grams fiber; 477 milligrams sodium; 4 grams protein; 29 grams sugar
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
In a small bowl, mix all the ingredients thoroughly, massaging the mixture with your fingers to break down the dark brown sugar into fine crystals.
- Step 2
Liberally sprinkle a thin layer of the rub onto the steak, then pat it in with your fingers so it adheres.
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Consider adding, or substituting, unsweetened Dutch process Cocoa, coarse or fine-ground coriander, grains of paradise.
These can all add to a hearty rub.
This works well on smoked brisket. I rubbed a generous amount into the meat and refrigerated it overnight. After 12 hours in hickory smoke at 225 degrees the result was something my guests raved about.
I continue to use a traditional spice mixture for pork but this has become my standard rub for beef.
This spice rub was not nearly as assertive as I thought it would be. I used it on a 1 1/4" top loin steak, bone in, and rubbed it in 1 hour before grilling, and then cooked it rare on a gas grill. It was very good, and did elevate the top loin steak above the usual somewhat bland flavor. The coffee was an interesting touch. The chili powder was not very pronounced. Next time, I may and try and step up the assertiveness………or, I may just leave a good thing alone.
Loved it. Used it for picanha, and it tasted great. I did substitute ground piloncillo for dark brown sugar since that's what I had on hand.
Add a good amount of freshly ground pepper
Can this be used on chicken? Looks so flavorful.