Spicy Three Pepper Rub Food

SPICY COCOA STEAK RUB

Steps:

• Make the rub by mixing together the cocoa powder, chipotle powder, salt, garlic powder, brown sugar, smoked paprika, cayenne and black pepper in a small bowl. Generously sprinkle the steaks with the rub and set aside.
• Heat the oil and butter in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter has melted and the oil is hot, add the steaks to the skillet and cook as desired, about 4 minutes per side for a perfect medium-rare. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes.
• For the salad: Meanwhile, add the greens, tomatoes and radishes to a bowl. Add the lemon juice, olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss together, making sure everything is coated in the oil and lemon. Add to the center of a platter and top with the Parmesan.
• Slice the steak and add to the platter with the salad, then serve.

SPICY THREE-PEPPER RUB

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients.
• Shake before using.
• Store in airtight container.

SPICY THREE PEPPER HUMMUS

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in one bowl.
• Mix until it's the correct consistency using hand or bowl mixer.
• Add water one tablespoon at a time if the consistency is too dry.
• Store in a sealed container in refrigerator for up to two days.

FLAT IRON STEAK WITH THREE PEPPER RUB

Steps:

• Stir together the paprika, salt, sugar, chili powder, chipotle powder, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin in a small bowl until blended. Rub the seasoning mix all over the flat iron steaks, then wrap them tightly with plastic wrap. Marinate in the refrigerator 2 to 8 hours (the longer the better).
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil grate.
• Cook the steaks on the preheated grill until cooked to your desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium. Allow the steaks to rest for 5 minutes in a warm location before slicing.

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH SPICY RUB

Steps:

• Combine first 9 ingredients in small bowl; whisk spice rub to blend well.
• Transfer 1 tablespoon spice rub to medium bowl; add butter and mix well.
• Early in day, sprinkle spicy rub over both sides of chicken pieces. Marinate in the in teh refrigerator for several hours.
• Prepare barbecue.
• Reserve 4 tablespoons seasoned butter. Spread remaining seasoned butter on 1 side of baguette slices. Place bread slices on platter and cover.
• Place chicken on grill, skin-side up. Grill 20 minutes. Turn chicken over. Grill until skin is deep golden brown, about 15-20 minutes. Turn chicken again and grill, skin-side up, until thoroughly cooked and no red remains.
• Transfer chicken to platter. Brush chicken with reserved 4 tablespoons seasoned butter.
• Grill bread until just golden, about 2 minutes per side. Arrange toasts around chicken and serve.

SPICY MEAT RUB

Steps:

• Mix ingredients together.
• Store spice mix in a glass jar in a cool, dark place for up to 4 months (begins to lose flavor after 4th month).
• Shake over food liberally in the last 5 minutes of cooking time. This ensures the spices have time to heat-activate but don't break down.

SPICY DRY RUB

Steps:

• In a small bowl stir everything together. Rub into shrimp, chicken or pork a few minutes before grilling.