Coffee-Rubbed Steak With Peppers and Onions Recipe

Name: Coffee-Rubbed Steak With Peppers and Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon packed light or dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon instant coffee; 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon mustard powder; 1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Kosher salt; 1 1 1/4 -to-1 1/2-pound skirt steak, cut into 4 pieces; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion, cut into wedges; Freshly ground pepper; 1 green bell pepper, cut into strips; Juice of 1/2 lime, plus lime wedges for serving; Cornbread, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon packed light or dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon instant coffee
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt
1 1 1/4 -to-1 1/2-pound skirt steak, cut into 4 pieces
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, cut into wedges
Freshly ground pepper
1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
Juice of 1/2 lime, plus lime wedges for serving
Cornbread, for serving (optional)

1
Combine 2 tablespoons brown sugar, the instant coffee, cocoa powder, mustard powder, chile powder, cinnamon and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl; rub the mixture between your fingers until fine.
2
Season the steak with salt, then generously rub with the coffee-spice mixture.
3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
4
Working in batches if necessary, sear the steak, 3 to 6 minutes per side for medium rare.
5
Transfer to a cutting board and let rest; reserve the juices in the skillet.
6
Add the remaining 1 teaspoon brown sugar and the onion to the skillet.
7
Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
8
Add the bell pepper and 1/4 cup water; cook, stirring, until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.
9
Stir in the lime juice.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Slice the steak against the grain.
12
Divide the steak, bell pepper, onion and the juices from the skillet among plates.
13
Serve with lime wedges and cornbread.
14
Photograph by Kang Kim

140

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon packed light or dark brown sugar, 1 tablespoon instant coffee, 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon mustard powder, and more.

Yes, Coffee-Rubbed Steak With Peppers and Onions falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Coffee-Rubbed Steak With Peppers and Onions

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