Coffee Rubbed Flank Steak

Using ground coffee in the rub for this Coffee Rubbed Flank Steak provides a unique depth of flavor, that, paired a little spice from the chile powder and sweetness from the brown sugar, makes for one delicious steak. And with a Nutrivore Score of 529, it’s an extra nutritious steak too. What gives this Coffee Rubbed Flank Steak an extra nutrient punch is the coffee. With an extraordinary Nutrivore Score of 7036, coffee is one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet! It’s particularly high in beneficial phytonutrients (especially polyphenols), as well as vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and vitamin B7 (biotin).

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Coffee Rubbed Flank Steak

Nutrivore Score: 529

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 333kcal

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Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons instant coffee or finely ground dark-roast
• 1 tablespoon chile powder
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon sea salt coarse grain
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dark brown cane sugar
• 2 pounds flank steak

Instructions

• In a small bowl, mix the coffee, chili powder, paprika, salt, cumin, coriander, granulated onion, granulated garlic, and sugar. Liberally coat the flank steak with the rub, patting with your fingers so it adheres.
• Preheat gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat. Grill the steak for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium doneness. Remove from the grill and let rest for at least 15 minutes.
• To serve, slice steak against the grain.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Coffee Rubbed Flank Steak

Amount per Serving

Calories

333

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

12

g

18

%

Saturated Fat

 

5

g

31

%

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

5

g

Cholesterol

 

136

mg

45

%

Sodium

 

1900

mg

83

%

Potassium

 

883

mg

25

%

Carbohydrates

 

4

g

1

%

Fiber

 

2

g

8

%

Sugar

 

1

g

1

%

Protein

 

49

g

98

%

Vitamin A

 

1461

IU

29

%

Vitamin C

 

0.3

mg

0

%

Calcium

 

71

mg

7

%

Iron

 

5

mg

28

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.