A medium-rare steak coated with a dark and flavorful coffee-chili rub, sliced and served on a bed of roasted winter squash, drizzled with a rich parsnip puree.

Coffee-Chili Rubbed Steak with Winter Squash and Parsnip Puree

Name: Coffee-Chili Rubbed Steak with Winter Squash and Parsnip Puree
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ribeye steak, 1 lb; ground coffee, 1 tbsp; chili powder, 1 tbsp; garlic powder, 1 tsp; onion powder, 1 tsp; smoked paprika, 1 tsp; brown sugar, 1 tsp; salt, 1/2 tsp; black pepper, 1/4 tsp; winter squash, 1 small peeled and cubed; parsnips, 2 peeled and cubed; heavy cream, 1/2 cup; butter, 1/4 cup divided; olive oil, 1 tbsp; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste

Category BBQ

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style American

Technique Searing

Diet Friendly Paleo

Daily Recipe: January 13, 2023

This recipe is a twist on traditional American BBQ with an addition of seasonal ingredients. The star of the dish is a perfectly cooked steak with a flavorful coffee-chili rub, served with roasted winter squash and parsnip puree.

Ingredients (for 2)

Ribeye steak - 1 lb
Ground coffee - 1 tbsp
Chili powder - 1 tbsp
Garlic powder - 1 tsp
Onion powder - 1 tsp
Smoked paprika - 1 tsp
Brown sugar - 1 tsp
Salt - 1/2 tsp
Black pepper - 1/4 tsp
Winter squash - 1 small - peeled and cubed
Parsnips - 2 - peeled and cubed
Heavy cream - 1/2 cup
Butter - 1/4 cup - divided
Olive oil - 1 tbsp
Salt - - to taste
Black pepper - - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌡️🔥👨‍🍳

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Step 2 - 🧂☕🍛

In a small bowl, mix together the ground coffee, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to form a rub.
Step 3 - 🍖🧂👏

Coat the steak generously with the rub on both sides.
Step 4 - 🔥🍳🥩

Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat and add 2 tbsp of butter. Sear the steak for 2-3 minutes on each side until a crust forms.
Step 5 - 🥩🌡️👌

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes for medium-rare. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
Step 6 - 🎃🔥🍴

Meanwhile, toss the cubed squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet and arrange in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
Step 7 - 🍲🔪🌟

In a saucepan, cook the parsnips in salted boiling water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Step 8 - 🥄🥛🍠

Drain and return the parsnips to the pan. Add the heavy cream and 2 tbsp of butter. Mash or puree until smooth and creamy.
Step 9 - 🍽️🍴👨‍🍳

To serve, plate the roasted squash and spoon the parsnip puree on top. Slice the steak and arrange it on the side. Drizzle with the remaining butter from the steak and enjoy!

Additional

For a smokier flavor, use hickory or mesquite wood chips when grilling the steak. This dish goes well with a bold red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon.