Coffee-Rubbed Flank Steak with Chimichurri

Name: Coffee-Rubbed Flank Steak with Chimichurri
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1.5 lb flank steak; 1 tbsp finely ground coffee; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 cup fresh parsley; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro; 1 shallot; 1/3 cup olive oil; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; Salt and pepper to taste

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Impress your guests with this Coffee-Rubbed Flank Steak, a show-stopping main course that combines deep, umami-rich flavors with bright, herby freshness. The magic lies in the rub: finely ground coffee, brown sugar, smoked paprika, and cumin create a complex crust that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. The lean yet flavorful flank steak is cooked to a perfect medium-rare and sliced thinly against the grain. It's generously topped with a homemade chimichurri sauce bursting with parsley, cilantro, garlic, red wine vinegar, and olive oil. Served with simple roasted potatoes or a green salad, this dish is perfect for a special occasion dinner, a summer barbecue, or anytime you crave restaurant-quality steak at home. It's a trend-forward recipe that highlights global flavor pairings.

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Slices of coffee-rubbed flank steak drizzled with green chimichurri sauce on a platter

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time10 min

Servings4 servings

Equipment

Grill or grill panFood processor or knifeSmall bowl

Instructions

1
Pat the flank steak dry. In a small bowl, mix coffee, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Rub mixture all over the steak, cover, and let sit at room temp for 30 minutes.
2
For chimichurri, pulse parsley, cilantro, shallot, and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl and stir in olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
3
Preheat grill or grill pan to high heat. Grill steak for 4-6 minutes per side for medium-rare, depending on thickness. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes.
4
Slice the steak thinly against the grain. Arrange on a platter and spoon generous amounts of chimichurri sauce over the top. Serve immediately.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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