Java-Spice Rub for Pork

Name: Java-Spice Rub for Pork
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings per batch.
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon finely ground coffee; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):; 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound); 1 tablespoon canola oil

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Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

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4 servings per batch

Ground coffee is the secret ingredient in this special rub, which could also be used on beef steaks. —Mark Morgan, Waterford, Wisconsin

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon finely ground coffee
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):
1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)
1 tablespoon canola oil

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Transfer to a small spice jar. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 2 months. Yield: 3 batches (3 tablespoons total).
To prepare pork tenderloin: Brush pork with oil; rub with 1 tablespoon seasoning mix. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
Prepare grill for indirect heat. Grill pork, covered, over indirect medium-hot heat for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

3 ounces cooked pork: 166 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 204mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat.

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