Coffee-Rubbed Skirt Steak "Ultimate BBQ"

 

                    Serve this tender, flavor-packed skirt steak with grilled corn and sliced tomatoes. If you can't find chicory coffee, you can substitute expresso or regular coffee.

6 to 8 servings

• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon ground chicory coffee
• 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
• 2 (1½-lb) boneless skirt, flank, or tri-tip steaks
• Fresh fruit salsa
• Lime wedges

1. Preheat grill to 400F to 450F high heat.
2. Stir together first 5 ingredients, rub over steaks and let stand 30 minutes.
3. Grill, covered with grill lid, 3 to 5 minutes on each side or to desired degree of doneness.
4. Let stand 5 minutes, cut across the grain into thin strips.
5. Serve with salsa and lime wedges.

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                        When you use coffee as a rub on different cuts of beef, you can use instant coffee instead of regular ground coffee. Instant crystals melt into the meat better and don't leave a mealy texture. They also add the same smoky notes and color as regular coffee grounds.

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