Cowboy Coffee Rubbed Pork Recipe

Name: Cowboy Coffee Rubbed Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 1/2 tablespoons finely ground coffee; 2 teaspoons ground cardamom; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 2 teaspoons onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne or ancho chile powder; 1kg pork shoulder; 2 - 3 tablespoons ketchup; Tabasco sauce, to taste

Servings: persons

1
Combine the sugar, salt, coffee, cardamom, garlic, onion and cayenne powder.
2
Set 1/2 of the rub aside and rub the other half all over the pork. If its not sufficient, add some more.
3
Put in a bag and leave to marinade in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, but no longer than 24.
4
After marinating, rinse the shoulder of pork and then place in a baking pan and roast at 130 degrees centigrade, basting every hour with the rendered juices. It should be ready after 4 - 5 hours.
5
20 minutes before the end of cooking, make a paste with 1 teaspoon of the coffee rub, mixed with 2 tablespoons of hot water. Add the ketchup and season with tabasco sauce - use that as a baste over the pork.
6
Let finish cooking and then remove from the oven. Let cool and then shred with two forks. Use as tortilla or taco fillings.

703

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt, 1 1/2 tablespoons finely ground coffee, 2 teaspoons ground cardamom, and more.

Yes, Cowboy Coffee Rubbed Pork 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cowboy Coffee Rubbed Pork

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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