Soy Free Coffee-Crusted Steak
A deeply savory crust built from ground coffee, smoked paprika, garlic, and warm spices like turmeric and ginger transforms a simple ribeye into something genuinely memorable. The bold rub does all the heavy lifting here ā no marinades, no sauces, nothing hiding a drop of soy. That matters more than you might think, since many steakhouse-style seasonings and bottled rubs sneak in soy-based fillers or flavor enhancers that can be hard to spot on a label. Every ingredient in this recipe is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can cook with real confidence. The cast iron skillet method builds an incredible crust ā searing undisturbed until the steak releases cleanly on its own is the kind of technique that makes home cooking feel like a serious upgrade. A five-minute rest and a drizzle of good olive oil finish things off in the most satisfying way possible. Whether you pull it at medium-rare or let it ride a little longer, this one is built to impress.
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4 servings
For the steaks
- 4 ribeye steaks (about 8 oz each, 1-inch thick)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
For the rub
- 2 tbsp finely ground coffee
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- Ā½ tsp ground turmeric
- Ā½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp kosher salt
For serving
- 1ā2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the ground coffee, smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, turmeric, ginger, and kosher salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
- 2
Pat the steaks thoroughly dry with paper towels, then press the rub firmly onto all sides of each steak, coating evenly. Let the steaks rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
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