Espresso Steak Rub

Name: Espresso Steak Rub
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: about 1 cup.
Ingredients: 1/3 cup instant espresso powder; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; 3 teaspoons kosher salt; 3 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

I’m always entering cooking contests and experimenting with big, bold flavor combinations. This espresso-laced spice rub is equal parts sweet, hot and exotic and is awesome for grilled ribeye. —Sandi Sheppard, Norman, Oklahoma