🔥 Black Diamond Coffee-Crusted Ribeye with Bourbon Butter 🥩☕🥃

A bold and luxurious ribeye crusted with a smoky coffee rub, seared to perfection, and finished with a decadent bourbon-infused butter for an unforgettable steak experience.

🌟 Ingredients:

🥩 The Steak:

• 2 ribeye steaks (1.5 inches thick, bone-in or boneless) – Rich marbling for ultimate juiciness.
• 1 tbsp olive oil – Helps create a perfect sear.

☕ The Coffee Crust:

• 2 tbsp finely ground dark roast coffee – Adds a smoky, slightly bitter depth.
• 1 tbsp brown sugar – Balances the coffee’s intensity.
• 1 tsp smoked paprika – Enhances smokiness.
• 1 tsp sea salt – Brings out the beef’s natural flavors.
• ½ tsp black pepper – For a bold bite.
• ½ tsp garlic powder – Adds savoriness.
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional) – For a hint of heat.

🧈 Bourbon Butter:

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter (room temp) – Rich and creamy.
• 1 tbsp bourbon whiskey – Infuses a deep caramel note.
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard – Adds tanginess.
• ½ tsp honey – A touch of sweetness.
• 1 small garlic clove (minced) – Boosts aroma.
• ½ tsp fresh thyme (chopped) – Adds an earthy note.

🔥 Cooking Process:

1️⃣ Preparing the Coffee Rub

1. In a bowl, mix ground coffee, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne.
2. Pat the steaks dry and rub olive oil over both sides.
3. Generously coat the steaks with the coffee rub, pressing it in for a thick crust.
4. Let them rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to absorb flavors.

2️⃣ Making the Bourbon Butter

1. In a small bowl, mix butter, bourbon, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, and thyme.
2. Stir until smooth and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.

3️⃣ Searing the Steak to Perfection

🔥 Option 1: Cast-Iron Sear (Best for Intense Crust!)

1. Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking.
2. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and sear the steaks for 3-4 minutes per side.
3. Reduce heat to medium, add a dollop of bourbon butter, and baste for 1-2 minutes.
4. Rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

🔥 Option 2: Reverse-Sear for Maximum Tenderness

1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
2. Place steaks on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
3. Bake until the internal temperature reaches 115°F (46°C) for medium-rare.
4. Sear in a blazing-hot cast-iron skillet for 1-2 minutes per side.
5. Let rest, top with bourbon butter, and enjoy!

🍷 Perfect Pairings:

• Truffle mashed potatoes or crispy parmesan fries.
• Grilled asparagus or buttered Brussels sprouts.
• A glass of full-bodied red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec) or a smoky bourbon cocktail.

🔥 Pro Tips for the Best Steak:

✔ Use high-quality coffee – Freshly ground beans work best.
✔ Let the steak rest – This ensures juicy perfection.
✔ Sear over high heat – To lock in the crust without overcooking.
✔ For extra smokiness, finish with a sprinkle of smoked sea salt.

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