Espresso-Spiced Filet Mignon
Espresso-Spiced Filet Mignon features a rich, aromatic crust that highlights the buttery tenderness of the steak. The subtle sweetness of brown sugar rounds out chili heat and smoky paprika, while coffee adds a toasty bitterness for balance. Serve for a special dinner when you want a steakhouse-style centerpiece with layered, robust flavor.
- Prep10 min
- Cook10 min
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a small bowl, mix the coffee, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper; set aside.
- 2
Let the steak come to room temperature.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high.
- 4
Pat the steak dry with paper towels and generously season both sides with the coffee rub.
- 5
Place the steaks on the preheated grill, close the lid, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes.
- 6
Flip the steaks and cook for 4 to 5 minutes more, until an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center reads 130 to 135 degrees F (54 to 57 degrees C) for medium-rare.
- 7
Remove the steak from the grill, tent it with foil, and let it rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
- Calories 869.82 kcal High
- Protein 95.54 g Good Source
- Carbs 8.13 g Moderate
- Total Fat 48.95 g High
- Saturated Fat 19.06 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 297.51 mg High
- Sodium 1295.14 mg High
- Fiber 0.22 g Low Source
- Sugar 6.92 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 63.08 mg Low Source
- Iron 7.03 mg Good Source
- Potassium 1117.49 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 5.85 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 1.21 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.7 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Caffeine ☕
- Garlic 🧄
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