Grilled New York Strip Steaks Recipe

• Level: Intermediate
• Yield: 6 servings
• Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 of 6 servings): Calories 396, Total Fat 29 g, Saturated Fat 11 g, Carbohydrates 2 g, Dietary Fiber 0 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 29 g, Cholesterol 123 mg, Sodium 365 mg
• Total Time: 2 hr 45 min (including refrigeration and resting periods)
• Active Time: 30 min

Ingredients

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground coffee (can be regular or decaf)
• 1 teaspoon dried granulated garlic
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 New York strip steaks, each 1 1/2 inches thick
• 1 1/2 tablespoons good quality olive oil

Instructions

1. Whip up an irresistible spice rub in a small bowl: combine 2 tablespoons kosher salt, 1 tablespoon black pepper, brown sugar, coffee grounds, granulated garlic, chipotle chili powder, and crushed red pepper flakes. Pat the steaks dry, brush with olive oil, and massage the bold rub into every inch on both sides. Cover and chill for at least 2 hourslet those flavors sink deep and transform your steaks into something extraordinary.
2. Fire up the grill with charcoal covering half the surface (fill a chimney 3/4 full for perfect heat). Pile coals on one side, keeping the other cool for indirect magic.
3. Sear steaks over blazing coals for 2 minutes per side to lock in juices and create a stunning crust. Shift to the cooler side, lid down with vents open, and cook 8-10 more minutes. Probe for perfection: aim for 115-120F for juicy medium-rare or 120-125F for medium. Rest under tight foil for 15 minutes, then slice, salt lightly, and serve hotyour taste buds are in for a smoky, coffee-kissed revelation!

Note: For demonstration, Ina prepared only two steaks.

Source: "Make it Ahead" by Ina Garten, Clarkson Potter, 2014. All rights reserved.