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Coffee-Rubbed Grilled Ribeye Steak Recipe with Easy Garlic Butter

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This recipe features a bold coffee rub that creates a flavorful crust on grilled ribeye steaks, topped with a luscious garlic butter for a rich, smoky, and garlicky flavor. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless ribeye steaks, about 1-inch thick (12–16 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons finely ground coffee (medium roast recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 4 tablespoons (about 60g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or neutral oil

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix thoroughly and set aside at room temperature.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix ground coffee, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and kosher salt until evenly combined.
  3. Pat ribeye steaks dry with paper towels. Lightly brush both sides with olive oil.
  4. Generously sprinkle the coffee rub on all sides of the steaks, patting it in to cover evenly.
  5. Let the rubbed steaks rest at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
  6. Preheat grill to about 450°F (232°C). Clean and oil the grill grates.
  7. Grill steaks directly over heat for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, flipping only once. Use a meat thermometer to check for 130-135°F internal temperature.
  8. Remove steaks from grill and tent loosely with aluminum foil. Rest for 5-10 minutes.
  9. Top steaks with a generous dollop of garlic butter while resting to let it melt.
  10. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra parsley.

Notes

Pat steaks dry before applying rub for best crust. Let steaks rest after grilling to retain juices. Use tongs to flip steaks once to avoid piercing meat. If no grill available, use a preheated cast-iron skillet on high heat. Garlic butter can be prepared a day ahead and stored in fridge.

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