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Flavorful Coffee-Rubbed Ribeye Steak Recipe with Easy Zesty Chimichurri Sauce

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A bold and indulgent ribeye steak rubbed with a coffee-spice blend and paired with a fresh, zesty chimichurri sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons freshly ground coffee beans (medium roast preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper (freshly cracked if possible)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 12 ounces ribeye steak (well-marbled)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Remove the ribeye steak from the fridge and let it rest at room temperature for about 20 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the coffee grounds, brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the steak and rub evenly on both sides. Coat the steak generously with the coffee rub, pressing it in. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Finely chop parsley and cilantro (if using). In a bowl, combine herbs with minced garlic, red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and set aside.
  5. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot (3-5 minutes).
  6. Place the ribeye in the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes on the first side without moving it to build a crust.
  7. Flip the steak and cook another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, adjusting time for thickness or preferred doneness. Use a meat thermometer if desired.
  8. Transfer the steak to a plate, loosely cover with foil, and rest for 5-7 minutes.
  9. Slice the steak against the grain and spoon the chimichurri sauce generously over the top before serving.

Notes

Use fresh coffee grounds for best flavor and avoid bitterness. Pat steak dry before applying rub for a better sear. Rest steak after cooking to retain juices. Chop herbs finely but not into a paste for chimichurri texture. Adjust spice levels or herbs to taste. Can grill instead of pan-sear for smoky flavor.

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Keywords: coffee rub, ribeye steak, chimichurri sauce, easy steak recipe, weeknight dinner, bold flavors, quick steak, pan-seared steak

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