This espresso rub is bold, a little bit smoky, quite spicy and really delicious on steaks. The dominant flavors come from espresso, ancho chili and chipotle powder and give this spice rub a deep, earthy flavor. Salt, garlic and thyme add umami and a touch of brown sugar counteracts the slight bitterness of the espresso.
For another bold and flavorful ancho and chipotle spice rub also try this cocoa rub recipe.
Recipe ingredients and notes:
- You can use either finely ground espresso or instant espresso powder for this recipe. (Instant espresso powder is brewed espresso that has been dehydrated into a dry powder.) Ground espresso will yield a slightly stronger espresso flavor than the instant powder in this dry rub.
How to store it:
If not using immediately, keep this spice rub in an airtight container in a cool, dark and dry place.
How to use it:
This dry rub is excellent on steaks.
- Dry steaks well using paper towels.
- Sprinkle the dry rub evenly on a large plate.
- Press the steaks into the rub until coated.
- Sear or grill the steaks.
How spicy is this dry rub?
This dry rub is quite spicy from the chipotle powder.
More dry rubs with ancho chili powder:
- Ancho Rub5 Minutes
- Cocoa Chili Rub5 Minutes
- Chipotle BBQ Dry Rub5 Minutes
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Espresso Rub Recipe
This espresso rub is earthy, smoky, spicy and really delicious on steaks.Makes about 4 teaspoons, which is enough for 2 steaks (with each steak weighing about 5 ounces.)
Equipment:
- measuring spoons
- mixing bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder*
- 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon brown sugar
Instructions:
- Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix until well combined.
Notes:
*You can use either ground espresso or instant espresso powder for this recipe. (Instant espresso powder is brewed espresso that has been dehydrated into a powder.) Ground espresso will yield a slightly more intense espresso flavor.
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