Mocha Rubbed Pot Roast

Ingredients for the 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

For the 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

Directions:

1. Rub- Mix all coffee, paprika, and all other spices in a shallow dish.
2. Pat the roast with a paper towel. Rub mixture over the the roast and rub it in well with your hands.
3. 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.