Dark Coffee Seasoning Rub—For All Kinds of Meat!

Why this recipe?  While vacationing in Hawaii I found this fabulous Kona coffee rub.  I made sure to have room in my suitcase to bring a bag full of it back to the 'mainland.'  But sadly, I'm almost out! So I decided to make my own coffee rub to hold me over until our next trip to Hawaii!

The Flip:

• Removed a teaspoon of salt (2360mg of sodium). Adjust the sodium to what works for you! 
• You don't have to be a coffee lover to enjoy this seasoning—it's loaded with flavors that come together with the ground coffee.

My thoughts:   When making the rub, I recommend using a rich, dark coffee.  The coffee rub isn't just for beef!  I've used it on poultry, pork and fish, as well—it's delicious!  For a smaller amount, the recipe can easily be cut in half.  

We have all experienced the wonderful smell of fresh coffee beans upon walking into a coffee shop.  The aroma of my Dark Coffee Seasoning reminds me of just that—it's divine!  Enjoy.


Servings: 16  Serving size: 2 Tbsp  Calories: 45  Fat: 1g  Carbs: 8g  Fiber: 2g  Protein: 2g  Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 925 mg   Old points:  1    WW points +:  1

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup Chili Powder 
• 1/4 cup Ancho Chili Powder (very mild)
• 2/3 cup finely ground dark coffee
• 4 tbsp Smoked Paprika
• 4 tbsp Brown Sugar, light
• 2 tbsp Mustard, dry
• 1 tbsp Kosher Salt  (adjust to your taste)
• 1 tbsp Black Pepper
• 2 tbsp Coriander, ground
• 2 tbsp Oregano, dried
• 4 tsp Ginger, ground
• 4 tsp Cumin, ground

Directions:

1. In medium bowl; combine chili powder, ancho chili powder, coffee, paprika, brown sugar, mustard, salt, black pepper, coriander, oregano, ginger and cumin.  Stir well. 
2. Store in airtight baggie or container.