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Homemade coffee rub and steak on a platter.
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The Ultimate Homemade Coffee Rub

A bold, flavorful dry rub featuring finely ground coffee that creates a magnificent crust on steaks, brisket, and other meats. This Texas BBQ-inspired blend balances sweet, smoky, and earthy notes for an unforgettable flavor experience.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword meat rub
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 20
Calories 55kcal
Author Stephanie Manley

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup finely ground dark roast coffee
  • 1/3 cup chili powder
  • 1/3 cup smoked paprika
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • Whisk all the ingredients together in a medium bowl. Use your hands to break up any remaining clumps.
  • Store the rub in an airtight container and use 2 tablespoons of rub per 1 pound of meat.

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Recipe Tips

This recipe yields 2 1/2 cups of rub.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 2898mg | Potassium: 145mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2101IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
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