Colombian Coffee Rubbed Steak with Chimichurri and Yuca Fries

Tender steak marinated in a rich coffee-based rub, grilled to perfection, and paired with a bright and herby chimichurri sauce and crispy yuca fries. A delightful explosion of flavors!

Prep Time

30 minutes

Total Time

1 hour 5 minutes

Calories

750 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

5 items

Cost

£9.24/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

4steaksSteak (Ribeye or New York Strip)(About 1 inch thick)

£28.00

2tablespoonsGround Colombian Coffee(Finely ground)

£1.20

1tablespoonSmoked Paprika

£0.25

1tablespoonBrown Sugar(Packed)

£0.10

1teaspoonGarlic Powder

£0.05

1teaspoonOnion Powder

£0.05

1teaspoonDried Oregano

£0.10

1teaspoonSalt

£0.01

0.5teaspoonBlack Pepper

£0.03

2tablespoonsOlive Oil

£0.20

2mediumYuca(Peeled and cut into fries)

£3.00

2cupsVegetable Oil(For frying)

£1.50

1cupFresh Parsley(Packed)

£1.00

0.5cupFresh Cilantro(Packed)

£0.75

0.3cupRed Wine Vinegar

£0.15

0.5cupOlive Oil

£0.20

0.3cupRed Onion(Finely chopped)

£0.15

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.05

0.3teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(Adjust to taste)

£0.05

1tablespoonLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed)

£0.10

Total Cost

£36.94

£9.24 per serving

Instructions

1.
**Prepare the Coffee Rub:** In a small bowl, combine ground coffee, smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
2.
**Marinate the Steak:** Rub the coffee mixture generously all over the steaks. Drizzle with olive oil. Place the steaks in a resealable bag or container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
3.
**Prepare the Chimichurri:** In a food processor or by hand, combine parsley, cilantro, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Pulse or chop until finely chopped but not pureed. Set aside.
4.
**Prepare the Yuca Fries:** Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Boil the yuca fries in salted water for 10 minutes, or until slightly softened. Drain well.
5.
**Fry the Yuca Fries:** Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the yuca fries in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with salt.
6.
**Grill the Steak:** Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the steaks from the refrigerator about 15-20 minutes before grilling to allow them to come to room temperature.
7.
**Grill the Steak:** Grill the steaks to your desired level of doneness. For medium-rare, grill for about 4-5 minutes per side. For medium, grill for about 5-6 minutes per side. Use a meat thermometer to ensure accuracy. (130-135°F for medium-rare, 135-145°F for medium)
8.
**Rest and Serve:** Let the steaks rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve the sliced steak with the chimichurri sauce and crispy yuca fries.

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (350g)

750 kcal / 3138 kJ

Carbs

25g

10% of RDA

Fat

55g

79% of RDA

Protein

55g

110% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

5 g

17% of RDA

Sugar

7 g

8% of RDA

Sodium

600 mg

26% of RDA

Saturated Fat

15 g

75% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a more intense coffee flavor, use espresso grounds.

Adjust the red pepper flakes in the chimichurri to your preferred level of spice.

If you don't have a grill, you can pan-sear the steaks in a cast-iron skillet.

Cooking Equipment

Grill

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Large Bowl

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Food Processor (optional)

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Colombian Coffee Rubbed Steak with Chimichurri and Yuca Fries

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