Elevate your steak night with this bold and aromatic Coffee Bean and Peppercorn Steak recipe—a perfect fusion of rich, earthy flavors and classic cooking techniques. Ribeye steaks are coated in a robust crust of coarsely crushed coffee beans and black peppercorns, seared to perfection in a hot cast-iron skillet, and basted with a heavenly mix of butter, garlic, and fresh thyme for an indulgent finish. This quick yet impressive dish, ready in just 25 minutes, is ideal for date nights or special occasions. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes to complement the smoky spice and buttery undertones. Experience how the unexpected combination of coffee and steak transforms your dinner into a gourmet masterpiece.
Place the coffee beans and black peppercorns in a mortar and pestle or spice grinder. Crush them into a coarse mixture.
Pat the ribeye steaks dry with paper towels and season them generously on both sides with sea salt.
Rub the crushed coffee and peppercorn mixture onto both sides of the steaks, pressing gently so it adheres well.
Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot, about 2-3 minutes. Add olive oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Carefully place the steaks in the hot skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare or adjust cooking time to your preferred doneness.
Reduce the heat to medium and add unsalted butter, smashed garlic cloves, and fresh thyme sprigs to the skillet.
Tilt the skillet slightly and spoon the melted butter over the steaks repeatedly to baste them, infusing them with flavor.
Remove the steaks from the skillet and transfer them to a cutting board. Let them rest for 5-7 minutes before slicing.
Serve the coffee bean and peppercorn steaks with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes, and enjoy!
Calories |
1591 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 118.6 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.2 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 4080 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 128.8 g | 258% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1507 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.