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Today is National Coffee Day!
If you've been on any form of social media today you probably already know this. So, I won't bore you with where you can get a free cup of coffee, and all things drinking coffee.
Instead I'd like to talk to you about
cooking with coffee!
Coffee and meats pair really well together. The acid tones in the coffee compliment the savory flavors of the meat
Coffee contains enzymes that act as a tenderizer on meat. Whereas acids can sometimes break down the meat if left on too long, making the meat mealy or grainy in texture. This makes coffee a better choice for long marinades - for example leaving a cut of meat to marinade while you are work.
When you completely coat a cut of meat with a coffee rub before cooking, the coffee caramelizes to create a sweet and savory crust that seals in the juices from the meat. Simply press the rub into the meat and sear for 1 min on each side at high heat. Finish cooking the meat to your desired doneness at a lower temperature to prevent the coffee from burning.
Your Inspiration At Home has three coffee rubs that will suit all your roasting, grilling, and broiling needs!
The Exotic Citrus Coffee Rub blends the essence of citrus using Lemon Myrtle, and Lime powder along with Ethiopian Coffee, herbs and spices to compliment any meats.
In Australia this rub is very popular when used with lamb. Simply rub, or marinade with olive oil for 4-6 hours then cook on low.
Our Australian Outback Coffee Rub is a unique blend of herbs and spices with single-origin coffee that is perfect with chicken, beef, pork, lamb or game.
Coat the meat liberally just before cooking to create a beautiful crust that will lock in all of the meat's juices!
Our Mexican Mocha Mole is a savory blend of chocolate and coffee classic in Mexican dishes. This rub especially compliments chicken and pork.
Also try mixing with olive oil and using as a marinade!
You can purchase any of these rubs, and our full line of YIAH products online through my website
Alisha Phillips
Your Inspiration At Home - Independent Consultant
Phone: (612) 396-2799
alisha_phillips@outlook.com
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http://alishaphillips.yourinspirationathome.com.au/
Hi Alisha - this is fantastic information. I am a YIAH consultant based in Townsville and am wondering if you mind me sharing your blog ideas. I am relatively new (3months) and not wanting to inappropriately copy and share information. Thankyou for writing about your own experiences it is so helpful to read not only recipe ideas but a bit of "technical" information as well.
ReplyDeleteNerida - I'm happy to share, thank you for asking! If you share on social media, there is a button to share on each post, otherwise please cite your source. Thanks!
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