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Sandy's Secret Steak has a secret seared right into the jacket: cocoa powder. Yes, it turns out a subtle note of chocolate can enhance beef flavors, and that's definitely the case here. The other aromatic spices, along with the spicy chipotle and cayenne, keep everything exciting, too! Of course, the fact that Sandy uses ribeye steaks, one of the best cuts of beef around, doesn't hurt either! Sandy's Secret Steak will become your secret weapon at dinnertime!
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Ingredients
- 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
- 2 (1-inch-thick) ribeye steaks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- mixed greens or salad, optional, to taste, for serving
Directions
Step 1 -Mix the cocoa powder, the chipotle powder, the salt, the garlic powder, the brown sugar, the paprika, the cayenne, and the black pepper together in a small bowl.
Step 2 -Generously sprinkle the steaks with the spice rub.
Step 3 -In a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil and the butter.
Step 4 -Add the steaks and cook until medium-rare with the meat reaching an internal temperature of 135-140 degrees F, about 4 minutes per side.
Step 5 -Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Step 6 -Slice the steaks against the grain and serve with the mixed greens.

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