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COWBOY STEAK WITH COFFEE AND ANCHO RUB

Cowboys are known for cooking resourcefully, using whatever they have with them out on the range to make a great meal. Legend has it that coffee was one of the staples that often found its way into the preparation of their steaks. It gives a deep flavor that brings out the best in beef. Coffee, along with smoky ancho chile powder, dry mustard, and a hint of sweetness from molasses-laced brown sugar, make a steak rub that will knock your boots off.
Serves 4
Serving Size: About 7 Slices

Ingredients

• Cooking spray
• 1½ teaspoons ground ancho chile or regular chili powder
• 1½ teaspoons finely ground espresso coffee
• 1/2 teaspoon dark brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• One 1¼ pound shoulder center steak (ranch steak) or top sirloin, about 1¼ inches thick
 

Directions

Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and preheat it over medium-high heat or preheat the grill. In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients except the meat and rub it well into both sides of the steak. Cook the steak for 5 minutes per side, turning once, for medium-rare or to your desired degree of doneness. Allow the steak to sit for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
 

Nutrition

Per Serving: Calories 205; Total Fat 10g (Mono 3.8g, Poly 0.7g, Sat 3.8g); Protein 25g; Carb 1g; Fiber 0.5g; Chol 69mg; Sodium 230mg
Excellent Source Of: Iron, Niacin, Protein, Vitamin B12, Zinc