Description
This Bold & Smoky Coffee Rub is a robust blend designed to enhance the flavor of grilled or roasted meats. Combining freshly ground coffee with a medley of spices, it delivers a perfect balance of smokiness, sweetness, and heat that beautifully complements beef, pork, or chicken.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1/4 cup finely ground coffee (preferably dark roast)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
-
Mix the Spices:
- In a small bowl, combine the ground coffee, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
-
Application:
- Generously rub the spice mix onto your choice of meat.
- For best results, let the meat rest with the rub for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours in the refrigerator) before cooking.
-
Cooking:
- Grill, roast, or smoke your meat as desired. The rub will form a flavorful crust during cooking.
-
Storage:
- Store any unused rub in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the level of heat.
- This rub works best when allowed to marinate on the meat for a longer period.
- For an extra smoky flavor, try adding a small amount of chipotle powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 15 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg