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Cowboy Steak | Coffee Chipotle Rubbed Ribeye

This beautiful thick cut wagyu steak is robustly flavored with a coffee chipotle rub; and using fresh garlic and thyme enhances the robust flavor. It's a perfect grilling summer recipe.
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Course: Al La Carte, Dinner, Entree, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Easy, Grilled
Keyword: Best foods for grilling, best steak seasoning, chipotle rubbed seasoning, coffee chipotle rub seasoning, coffee rubbed seasoning, cowboy steak, Grilled Steaks, how to grill cowboy steaks, indirect heat grilling, Ribeye Steak Recipe, Summer Grilling Recipes, Wagyu steak
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Marinating Time:: 1 day
Total Time: 1 day 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 3 People
Calories: 837kcal
Author: Yasmin Jackson

Equipment

  • Gas Grill

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds ribeye steak [I use a thick 2 1/2 inch thick cut of wagyu ribeye steak}
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil

Marinade Seasoning Rub:

  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 3 teaspoons fresh garlic pressed in a garlic press
  • 1 teaspoon Chipotle pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coffee
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon sea salt or kosher (adjust for your diet)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika (can use smoked paprika)
  • 3/4 tablespoon brown sugar (I used sugar in the raw)

Instructions

Make the Marinade Seasoning Rub:

  • In a small bowl, add all the ingredients including the fresh thyme and garlic. Mix thoroughly to combine.

Let's Prepare the Steak for Overnight Marination:

  • Place the steak in a plate or shallow bowl.
    Note: Optional - rinse and dry steak very well.
  • Rub the steak with the olive oil.
  • Use all of the seasoning rub to coat the steak all over, using patting motion to help the rub to adhere.
  • Let the seasoned steak rest in the refrigerator, uncovered, 12 to 24 hours.
    Note: If the steak is covered it will release some of it's natural juices into the pan. Leaving it uncovered prevent this from occurring.

12 to 24 hours later:

    12 to 24 hours later preheat a gas grill to 550F degrees; (can use charcoal grill but be sure to leave 1/2 of the grill without charcoal for indirect heat cooking)

    • Remove the steak from the fridge.
    • Turn off the heat from 1/2 of the grill.
    • Place the steak on the indirect heat (section that the heat was turned off). Cover the grill. And keep it covered until ready to flip the steak. Cook the steak for 20 to 30 minutes on the first side.
    • 20 to 30 minutes later, flip the steak and let it contine to cook on the direct heat for another 20 to 30 minutes.
      Note: I like to cook the steak so that a section is medium cooked and another is medium well. The 30 minutes per side allows for this to be perfect. For rare to medium rare cook 20 to 25 minutes per side.
    • Once the second side has cooked to your likeness, briefly place it on the direct heat section of the grill and grill a few seconds per side.
      Note: You can close the grill lid briefly, but do keep and eye for flare ups.
    • Transfer the steak to a cutting board. Cover with aluminum foil and allow to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting.
    • Slice to your desired thickness and serve with your favorite sides. I serve this with grilled corn and grilled spinach. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Tutorial Video Available: Cowboy Steak | Coffee Chipotle Rubbed Ribeye
    Nutritional information will vary depending on actual serving portions.
    You can use two smaller cut ribeye steaks (like 1 1/4 inch thickness). But do grill for half the recommended time. Divide the seasoning into two portions, one portion for each steak.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 837kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 77g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 28g | Cholesterol: 231mg | Sodium: 1363mg | Potassium: 1065mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 293IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 7mg