Cowboy Spice Mix
The perfect steak rub with amazing flavor! This spice blend is a little sweet, a little spicy, and tastes fabulous on steak!
Servings 2 cups
Equipment
- Mason Jar with Lid (for storing)
Ingredients
- ¾ cup chili powder
- ¼ cup ground coffee (or about 2 k-cups)
- ¼ cup paprika
- ¼ cup ground cumin
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons dry mustard
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients and whisk gently to combine.¾ cup chili powder, ¼ cup ground coffee, ¼ cup paprika, ¼ cup ground cumin, ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons dry mustard, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, 2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Package the mixture in an airtight container until ready to use.
To Use the Steak Rub
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over 1 pound of steak.
- Rub in ¼ cup of the spice mixture and marinate at least 30 minutes, up to overnight.
- Grill to desired doneness.
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Notes
Yield: Approx 2 cups
How long do you leave dry rub on a steak? 30 minutes is enough time for the seasonings and spices to start flavoring the steak. However, you can leave it on overnight for best results. Be sure to season steak on both sides. What are the best cuts of steak to grill? Good quality beef makes a big difference. Here are some cuts that are particularly good on the grill:- Top sirloin
- T-bone
- Filet mignon (or petite sirloin for a less expensive option)
- New York strip steak
- Rib eye
- Porterhouse