Again With The Coffee?!
Well, uh, yes. We've been doing all kinds of experimenting with our coffee essence, from desserts to main dishes to quick breads as well as iced in a glass. Coffee, it's not just for breakfast anymore.
This is a lamb loin roast, marinated for about five hours in thinned coffee essence, 2 cloves worth of minced garlic and a big pinch of mixed dried herbs. Then thrown on the barbecue grill over gray coals for 10 minutes on the first side and 6 on the second side. Let it rest for an additional 10 minutes before slicing.
It was amazing. The temptation to overeat was palpable - I had literally to leave the table and go into another room while My stronger-willed Beloved put it away. He may have snagged an extra taste on the way to the fridge, too.
Rich and deeply flavorful, we could taste the garlic but not really the coffee. It was there as an undertone but didn't intrude - a well-dressed bouncer at an upscale night club that you don't notice until the patrons get rowdy and you need the muscle. To say we recommend this method of preparing meat is a gross understatement. Try it. You must try it. Try it now. You can thank me later.
posted by Zoomie at
5:14 AM
9 Comments:
I bet that makes some great sandwiches.
You guys are brilliant with the grilling. Seems like such a short cooking time, and yet, look! Perfection.
Chilebrown, My Beloved used the leftovers to top a big green salad - he approves.
Cookiecrumb, the meat was at room temp, hence the relatively short cooking time.
That looks so good! Jump into my tummy!
OH YEAH !!! I want that now, in my mouth.
xo, Biggles
Greg, I get more compliments on my meat posts than any others!
Rev. Biggles, I can always count on you for a comment when there's meat in the photo.
Am I that predictable? I suppose so, heh.
xo, Biggles
Biggles, I'd say consistent rather than predictable. ;-)
Coffee and lamb are wonderful together. Try it on pork ribs, too.
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