Add a jolt to your summer grilling recipes with one of life’s greatest pleasures…COFFEE! The joys of the caffeinated beverage spread far and wide. Most of us need at least 8 oz. of the energy boosting brew to get our day started Monday through Friday. But did you know that coffee can also liven up your backyard BBQ? With the three-day Memorial Day Weekend approaching, we found three great new ways to turn your cup of Joe into unimaginable grilling flavor.
Coffee Crusted Ribs….or Steak…or Chicken
A delicious meat rub can add immense flavor to any dish. Whether you’re a fan of coffee or not, done right, grilling with coffee brings out hidden notes and aromas that will excite your taste buds. Check out this recipe to see how easy grilling with a coffee meat rub can be.
Did you know you can use that leftover coffee in the pot and turn it into a coffee BBQ sauce that is perfect for grilling and dipping? You heard right, a strong brew is great for mixing up with some spices, and a few additional ingredients to thicken it up and enjoy. Check out this recipe for your grilling pleasure.
Meat marinades help infuse flavor, while tenderizing the meat. Using coffee in your recipe provides balance to the flavors for an enjoyable mouthwatering taste. Soak your meat of choice…or even your veggies! and throw ‘em on the grill for something a little unique. Check out this recipe for all the juicy details.
When the weekend festivities are over, don’t forget to brew a cup of ono’licious Hawaiian coffee, available online at www.shop.mauiwowi.com. Cultivated in the nutrient rich volcanic soil of the Hawaiian Islands, the premium specialty coffees from Kona, Molokai, and Kauai are sure to satisfy.
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