By Peyton Ezra
There are a number of different types of steak rubs that one can make, but the best ones seem to be those that are made with olive oil. The reasoning behind this is simple: When you prepare a steak in oil, you are increasing the number of antioxidants present in the meat. This means that any meat that is prepared this way is going to be healthier than if you cooked it without any oil at all. In fact, it may even be more nutritious.
It is important to understand how a steak is cooked in order to fully appreciate how beneficial a good rub can be. Essentially, a steak is cooked by heating the meat to a specific degree above the starting point in order to cook it thoroughly. Many people use something such as a charcoal barbecue grill pan to do this, and there are many delicious variations on that theme. However, most people still prefer the simpler approach of cooking a steak directly on the wood or on the hot coals of a traditional charcoal grill pan.
A simple way to make sure that your steak is cooked properly is to let it sit for a minimum of 30 minutes prior to placing it on the coals. This will help it cook evenly, and it will also help it take on a more brown colour. The longer it sits, the darker the coloured meat will be. If you want it to be as dark as possible, then you will want to preheat your grill for the shortest amount of time possible. Ideally, you should preheat it while your meat is at room temperature, but not for more than 10 minutes at a time. Using the grill to preheat is a great idea because it prevents the meat from getting dry, and it also ensures that it is properly seasoned.
Popular Rub Ingredients
One of the most commonly used ingredients in a steak rub recipe is something called “paprika”. What is paprika? It is an extremely popular ingredient in American cuisine, where it is often the main component of all types of pork and beef recipes. Many people don’t realize that paprika can be used in a lot of different recipes, and they are completely surprised to learn that it isn’t just a red colour. In fact, paprika can come in many different colours, and each one brings a unique flavour to the mix.
A simple example would be if you were making a breakfast smoothie. All you would have to do is add several different spices (one of which was chilli powder), a banana, some milk, and then a cup of coffee. When you drizzle the mixture over the bananas, you will get a wonderful morning blend of flavours. This same principle holds true when it comes to making a steak and Nescafe coffee rub blend. By using different spices and creating unique combinations, you can create a very desirable final product that many people will find to be simply exquisite!
There are a couple of ways to go about creating your own “saucy” masterpiece. First, you can purchase a high-quality powder grinder at any kitchen supply store, and then mix together all of your desired ingredients. You can also purchase a bottle of rubbing liquid in which you will need a small bowl, a rubber spatula, and some coarse salt (such as kosher). Next, place the mixture in your bowl, and then let it sit for a bit, so the ingredients begin to sizzle and mix together.
What you’re left with, is a fantastic rub that will give you restaurant-quality flavour without leaving home
