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COCOA RUB



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This spicy cocoa rub is excellent for chicken, steaks, thick chops, and spare ribs. You can also add it to chili and hearty, thick soups.

Provided by jcjeffers

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup sea salt
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Stir the salt, cocoa powder, white sugar, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, and black pepper in a small bowl until combined. Store in an airtight container.
  • To use, rub 2 to 3 teaspoons of the spice mixture onto a serving of meat, and let stand at least 10 minutes before cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 1333.4 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

SEARED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH COCOA SPICE RUB



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon whole white peppercorns
1 tablespoon whole coriander
4 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
3 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
4 tablespoons sea salt, preferably gray
2 (2-pound) boneless pork tenderloins
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, toast white peppercorns and coriander seeds until they begin to pop. Remove from heat and grind to fine powder in a spice mill or coffee grinder. Mix the ground pepper and coriander with remaining spices, cocoa and salt.
  • Trim the pork tenderloins of fat and silver skin. Rub with a generous amount of the cocoa spice rub. Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium high heat until hot but not smoking. Sear each tenderloin on all sides until a rich brown color, about 2 minutes on each side. Remove tenderloins from heat and finish in the oven for about 10 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Let the tenderloins rest out of the oven for at least 10 minutes before carving.
  • Extra cocoa spice rub will keep in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

SPICY COCOA STEAK RUB



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon cocoa powder
2 teaspoons chipotle powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Two 1-inch-thick rib eye steaks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon salted butter
3 cups mixed greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
4 radishes, sliced thinly
1 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup shaved Parmesan

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.

COCOA CHILI RUB



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Wake up pork with this adventurous blend of cocoa and chili! Just the right amount of heat, the right amount of sweet, and a rich infusion of chocolate. Go on, you know you want to see what the fuss is all about.

Provided by Stoblogger

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 5m

Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 -2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, Saigon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a covered jar or ziploc bag and shake to evenly blend.
  • Rub on pork chops, pork tenderloin, or chicken legs or thighs. I find this a little too rich for beef but if you feel adventurous, go for it!
  • This recipe makes enough for two small whole pork tenderloins or 6-8 chops.
  • Rub meat with blended spices and allow at least two hours to marinate before grilling or broiling.

COFFEE AND COCOA STEAK RUB



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Make and share this Coffee and Cocoa Steak Rub recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Please Delete

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons of fine ground coffee (not flavored)
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a pie plate or bowl, combine coffee, cocoa powder and cinnamon. Set aside.
  • Rub the steak with olive oil, then sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
  • Coat the steak with the coffee-cocoa mix, pressing it into the meat.
  • Grill to your preferences.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18.3, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 218.9, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.6

DOLLY PARTON'S COCOA RUB



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This rub is included as part of the Southwestern Grilled Chicken recipe in her cookbook, "Dolly's Dixie Fixin's."

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 5m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup salt
3 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa

Steps:

  • Mix together and use prior to grilling chicken and steaks.
  • Store the spice mixture in an airtight container; can be stored for up to 1 month.
  • Also is good stirred into chili and thick soups!

COFFEE-COCOA RUB FOR BRISKET RECIPE - (3.8/5)



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Provided by á-2179

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 c coffee, ground into a powder from fresh beans *
1/2 c cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-processed
3/4 c light brown sugar
1/2 c pure chili powder **
1/2 c paprika
1 Tblsp dried thyme
1 Tblsp garlic powder
1 Tblsp onion powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp allspice

Steps:

  • Mix well. Generously salt the brisket (or salt to taste), then apply the rub.

SPICY COCOA RUB



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Make and share this Spicy Cocoa Rub recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PumpKIM

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon pepper
1 tablespoon coriander
4 1/2 tablespoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons nutmeg
1 teaspoon clove
3 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder
4 tablespoons salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients.
  • Rub on desired meat.
  • Grill meat.

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH CHIPOTLE COCOA RUB



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A brown sugar, salt, cocoa, and chipotle chili rub brings Mexican-inspired flavor to this tender roast chicken.

Provided by Diamond Crystal Salt

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Diamond Crystal® Salt

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup Diamond Crystal® Kosher Salt
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder
1 (3 1/2) pound whole chicken, skin on
2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine Diamond Crystal® Kosher Salt, brown sugar, white sugar, cocoa powder, and chipotle chili powder in a medium sized bowl; stir well. Transfer to a sealable airtight container; set aside until needed. Spice blend will hold for 6 to 9 months at room temperature.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Rinse chicken and lightly dry off with paper towel. Place chicken in a heat-proof baking dish.
  • Liberally rub approximately 1/2 cup seasoning onto chicken; apply at least 30 to 60 minutes prior to cooking. If not cooking within the hour, cover and refrigerate. (If removed directly from fridge, allow to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.)
  • Drizzle and gently rub chicken with oil.
  • Roast in the pan to an internal temp 160 degrees F, approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
  • Allow to rest for 20 to 25 minutes before carving or serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 999.2 calories, Carbohydrate 107 g, Cholesterol 238.9 mg, Fat 37.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 60.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 22965.5 mg, Sugar 103.4 g

CHILI COCOA STEAK RUB



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An exciting and rich rub with a lot of layered flavors-from slightly sweet, to smoky to spicy. This rub works great with everything from fish to chicken to steak. Enjoy!

Provided by chris elizondo

Categories     Rubs

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 Tbsp finely ground coffee
1/2 Tbsp chili powder
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp cayenne pepepr
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp sweet paprika (can use smoked or regular as well)
1/2 tsp coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • 1. Grind all ingredients til uniform in size. Store in a jar with a good seal. Enjoy!

COFFEE AND COCOA RUB



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Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons Ground espresso
1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa
1 tablespoon Black pepper
2 teaspoons Sugar
2 teaspoons Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Mix all. Makes 1/2 cup as written. Might double except for sugar.

SEARED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH COCOA SPICE RUB



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The spice rub for this is fantastic! At first I was a bit skeptical after I had mixed all the spices together and smelled it. BUT, after I rubbed it into the pork tenderloin and started searing it, this incredible smell filled my kitchen. I got this recipe from Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello. My husband, the meat-eater, loved it!

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon whole white peppercorns
1 tablespoon whole coriander seed
4 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
3 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
4 tablespoons sea salt or 4 tablespoons kosher salt (ok)
2 (2 lb) pork tenderloin
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, toast white peppercorns and coriander seeds until they begin to pop.
  • Remove from heat and grind to fine powder in a spice mill or coffee grinder.
  • Mix the ground pepper and coriander with remaining spices, cocoa and salt.
  • Trim the pork tenderloins of fat and silver skin.
  • Rub with a generous amount of the cocoa spice rub.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large, ovenproof saute pan over medium high heat until hot but not smoking.
  • Sear each tenderloin on all sides until a rich brown color, about 2 minutes on each side.
  • Remove tenderloins from heat and finish in the oven for about 10 minutes or until cooked through or until internal temp reads 150 degrees.
  • Let the tenderloins rest out of the oven for at LEAST 10 minutes before carving.
  • Extra cocoa spice rub will keep in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.3, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 149.7, Sodium 3601.9, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 0.3, Protein 47.3

COCOA SPICE RUB



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Make a batch of this up to have on hand. Great on pork tenderloin, chops, or even steaks. I might try this on tofu as well. I got this recipe from Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 3/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon whole white peppercorns
1 tablespoon whole coriander seed
4 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
3 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
4 tablespoons sea salt or 4 tablespoons kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, toast white peppercorns and coriander seeds until they begin to pop.
  • Remove from heat and grind to fine powder in a spice mill, coffee grinder or mortar& pestle.
  • Mix the ground pepper and coriander with remaining spices, cocoa and salt.
  • Cocoa spice rub will keep in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

CHICKEN WITH COCOA RUB



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Couldn't resist posting this recipe from Smart Balance -- the rub sounds so interesting with these warm spices. If you prefer to use boneless, skinless breasts, you will need to adjust the cooking time as boneless breasts take less time to cook and they may dry out.

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 lb skinless bone-in chicken breast (4 portions)
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Place a heavy-bottom, ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Combine rub ingredients, brown sugar through olive oil, in a food processor until smooth, about 1 minute.
  • Spray chicken with cooking spray and place in skillet (with the side that has the skin removed facing down). Cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Turn off heat and flip chicken and coat the browned side with cocoa mixture. Place skillet in oven and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 15-20 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 229.7, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.5, Protein 24.2

SEARED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH COCOA SPICE RUB



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Categories     Pork     Valentine's Day

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon whole white peppercorns
1 tablespoon whole coriander
4 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
3 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
4 tablespoons sea salt, preferably gray
2 (2-pound) boneless pork tenderloins
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, toast white peppercorns and coriander seeds until they begin to pop. Remove from heat and grind to fine powder in a spice mill or coffee grinder. Mix the ground pepper and coriander with remaining spices, cocoa and salt. Trim the pork tenderloins of fat and silver skin. Rub with a generous amount of the cocoa spice rub. Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium high heat until hot but not smoking. Sear each tenderloin on all sides until a rich brown color, about 2 minutes on each side. Remove tenderloins from heat and finish in the oven for about 10 minutes or until cooked through. Let the tenderloins rest out of the oven for at least 10 minutes before carving. Extra cocoa spice rub will keep in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

COCOA RUB



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I found this rub on an other recipe site, I used it on boneless skinless chicken breasts and it was fantastic!! Try it on steaks, pork chops and spare Ribs. The original recipe suggest also adding it to Chili and hearty thick soups

Provided by Gail Herbest

Categories     Rubs

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 c sea salt
2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1 Tbsp white sugar
2 Tbsp dark brown sugar
3 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
3 Tbsp ground cumin
2 Tbsp chili powder
2 Tbsp ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. stir all ingredients together in a small bowl until well combined. store in an airtight container.
  • 2. TO USE: rub 2-3 teaspoons of the spice mixture onto a serving of meat, let stand 10 minutes before cooking.

DOLLY PARTON'S COCOA RUB RECIPE - FOOD.COM



Dolly Parton's Cocoa Rub Recipe - Food.com image

This rub is included as part of the Southwestern Grilled Chicken recipe in her cookbook, "Dolly's Dixie Fixin's."

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup salt
3 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa

Steps:

  • Mix together and use prior to grilling chicken and steaks.
  • Store the spice mixture in an airtight container; can be stored for up to 1 month.
  • Also is good stirred into chili and thick soups!

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