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Coffee-Rubbed Grilled Breakfast Steaks

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A bold and flavorful breakfast steak recipe featuring a coffee-spice rub that creates a smoky, bittersweet crust, perfect for a hearty morning meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (about 8 oz / 225 g each, 1-inch thick)
  • 1 tablespoon ground coffee (medium roast)
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground coffee, brown sugar, paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  2. Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Rub olive oil evenly on both sides of each steak.
  3. Generously coat both sides of the steaks with the coffee rub mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Let steaks sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F / 232°C).
  5. Place steaks on grill grates and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temperature 130°F / 54°C). Add 1-2 minutes per side for more doneness.
  6. Transfer steaks to a cutting board and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 5-7 minutes.
  7. Slice against the grain and serve immediately with preferred breakfast sides.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness. Let the rub sit on the steak before grilling to develop flavor and crust. If flare-ups occur, move steaks to a cooler part of the grill. For stovetop cooking, use a cast-iron skillet preheated until smoking hot and finish in a 400°F oven for 5 minutes.

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Keywords: coffee rub, grilled steak, breakfast steak, bold flavor, easy recipe, weekend brunch, low-carb, gluten-free

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