Coffee and beef may seem like unlikely partners, but this recipe makes them the perfect pair. This is not your average pot roast, it has so much flavor! You will smell the aroma of the coffee and spices as soon as you walk in the door. You will also feel good that you are feeding your family a healthy meal full of protein and vitamins. This pot roast goes perfectly with Mint Sugar Snap Peas and a whole-wheat roll.
Ingredients
Mocha Rub
- 2 Tablespoons ground coffee beans
- 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Roast
- 2 lb beef roast
- 1 cup brewed coffee
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 1/8 cup honey
- 3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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Instructions
- Rub- Mix all coffee, paprika, and all other spices in a shallow dish.
- Pat the roast with a paper towel. Rub mixture over the the roast and rub it in well with your hands.
- Pour coffee, broth, onion, honey and balsamic vinegar into the slow cooker. Place the roast with the slow cooker and broth mixture . Cook for 6-7 hours on low. *You can serve the roast with or without the liquid.