Description
Bold & Smoky Coffee Rub is a versatile and flavorful spice blend that adds a rich, aromatic kick to your favorite meats and vegetables. This easy-to-make rub combines the bold flavors of dark roast coffee with a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spicy seasonings.
Ingredients
Scale
Coffee Rub:
- 2 tablespoons finely ground dark roast coffee
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine all ingredients until thoroughly mixed.
- Store: Store the rub in an airtight container or spice jar.
- Use: Pat meat dry and generously rub the mixture on all sides before grilling, roasting, or pan-searing. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight for maximum flavor.
- Ideal For: Great on steaks, pork chops, ribs, brisket, and roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne to taste for more or less heat.
- Use freshly ground coffee for the best flavor.
- Keeps well for up to 3 months in a cool, dry place.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Seasoning
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 teaspoon
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
