Description
Whether cooked over a charcoal grill or in a grill pan, this steak develops a dark, flavorful crust that locks in the juices.
Ingredients
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For the Marinade:
- 12 oz heavy beer (such as Yuengling Black & Tan or any dark craft beer) (355 ml)
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce (60 ml)
- 1 tbsp Crystal Hot Sauce (or any preferred hot sauce)
For the Spice Rub:
- 3 tbsp finely ground dark roast coffee
- 1 tbsp pure chile powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
For the Steaks:
- 3 boneless strip steaks (1 1/2 to 2 lbs total), trimmed of excess fat (680–900 g)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Steaks (Night Before)
- In a large freezer-safe zip-top bag, combine the beer, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce.
- Add the strip steaks to the bag, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Seal the bag and place it in the refrigerator overnight to allow the flavors to infuse.
2. Prepare the Spice Rub
- In a small bowl, mix the finely ground coffee, chile powder, cumin, sugar, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir well to ensure the seasoning is evenly combined.
3. Remove and Dry the Steaks
- Remove the steaks from the marinade and discard the liquid.
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels to ensure the rub sticks properly.
- Lightly brush or rub the steaks with vegetable oil.
4. Coat with the Coffee Rub
- Generously coat both sides of the steaks with the coffee spice rub, patting it in gently with your fingers to create a crust.
5. Preheat and Prepare the Grill
- Preheat your grill to high heat. If using charcoal, wait until the coals are glowing red with a thin layer of ash.
- If using a propane grill, set the burners to high heat.
6. Grill the Steaks
- Place the steaks on the hot grill and cook for about 2 minutes per side for medium-rare or 4 minutes per side for medium, depending on thickness.
- Avoid flipping the steaks too often—let the crust develop.
7. Rest and Serve
- Remove the steaks from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute for a more tender steak.
- Serve hot, with your favorite side dishes like roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Notes
This rub works well on other proteins like pork chops or grilled chicken.
If you don’t have a grill, use a cast iron skillet over high heat for a perfect crust.
Pair the steak with grilled vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a smoky barbecue sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Marinating Time: Overnight
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg