Best Steak Seasoning Recipe
The Best Steak Seasoning Recipe: This easy homemade steak rub recipe combines the best herbs and spices for beef steak for that perfect steakhouse finish!
Why We Love This Best Steak Seasoning Recipe
Over the years we have used different steak seasonings with an endless list of herbs, marinades, dry rub blends, and seasoning mixes. Some store-bought and some homemade.
Although there is a time and place for beef marinades, I firmly believe that dry steak rubs are best for providing flavor and that perfect steakhouse taste and texture.
Our Best Steak Seasoning Recipe is a family favorite, with bold spicy notes, and a touch of tangy sweetness. It’s the perfect blend of salt, sweetness, robust herbs, smokey essence, spicy heat, and acidity.
Ingredients You Need
- Sea salt – or any coarse salt
- Brown sugar – helps to balance the flavors
- Smoked paprika – for a slightly smoky flavor, use smoked paprika
- Ground ancho chile pepper – or regular chili powder as a substitute
- Dried thyme – for an herby addition, you can add a little rosemary too if you’d like
- Black pepper – pepper and steak always go well together
- Garlic powder & Onion powder – both provide a savory depth of flabor
- Ground mustard – for a hint of mustard
- Ground cumin – slightly spicy and floral
Together these pantry staples make the most amazing steak rub you will ever try!
How To Use Steak Seasoning
If you rub the spices into the surface of the meat a few minutes before grilling, the seasoning has time to sneakily work its magic. This steak seasoning is the best because it gently infuses the interior of the beef with a mild level of flavor, so the rich beefy essence shines through. Plus, the exterior is left with a bold crusty texture that provides the perfect contrast to the luxurious center.
- Mix all of the herb and spice ingredients in a small bowl.
- Either use the seasoning immediately or store in a small airtight container until ready to use. (This recipe makes enough to season 4 large steaks.)
- When ready to use, rub the seasoning over all sides of the steaks, and allow them to rest for at least 20 minutes before grilling or searing.
Tips & Tricks
- Add some spice! If you like a little bit of spice in your food, you can add red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne pepper!
- Make it ahead! This seasoning can be made ahead or made in large batches and saved for later. That way you’ll always have the tastiest seasoning ready for any BBQ or steak night. Store the homemade spice blend in a jar or airtight container and place it in a cool dry place for up to 3 months.
- Wrap it up and gift it! This is a great edible gift to share with friends. (Think summer party takeaways, Father’s Day or even holiday gifts!) It’s a thoughtful and flavorful gift that keeps on giving.
Serving Suggestions
Here are my favorite side dishes that go along with a fabulous steak!
The Best Potato Salad Recipe – Potatoes are a staple with any steak dinner. This is a fan-favorite recipe that is sure to please a crowd.
Roasted Cauliflower Rice – For a grain-free and healthier side dish, try this Roasted Cauliflower Rice!
Oven Roasted Broccoli Recipe – Balance this hearty meal out with some broccoli. This recipe makes perfectly oven-roasted broccoli every time!
Grilled Mexican Street Corn Salad – For a Mexican twist, make this super yummy Street Corn Salad! Perfect for summer barbeques.
Frequently Asked Questions
I get this question a lot, because I think that a lot of people are scared to season their steak incorrectly and mess it up! Since steak is generally more expensive than other cuts of meat, I totally get it. You can season steak with a lot of different spices and seasonings, or you can go simple with just salt and pepper (heavy on the pepper)! I really like this bold steak seasoning blend though, which will enhance the flavor of the steak without taking over!
There are a lot of different steak seasoning options out there. If you typically use Montreal steak seasoning, it usually consists of garlic, coriander, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dill seed and salt. This steak seasoning differs a little bit and uses cumin instead of coriander, with the addition of bolder spices like paprika and chili powder!
Absolutely! This best steak seasoning recipe is great on chicken wings, burgers, pork chops, pork tenderloin or even fish! I also like this flavor combo on vegetables. You can really use it for all your grilled proteins. Feel free to experiment with your steak seasoning, and let me know how it turns out in the comments below!
If you need help grilling your steaks, check out our post on how to judge meat temperature and 10 perfect steak toppings!
See The Recipe Card Below For How To Make The Best Steak Seasoning Recipe. Enjoy!
Looking for More Steakhouse Recipes? Be Sure to Check Out:
- Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine Steak Platter)
- Steak Fajita Stuffed Avocado Recipe
- Lieutenant Dan’s Steakhouse Salad
- Balsamic Steak Sheet Pan Dinner
- Grilled French Onion Steak Sliders
- Harissa Baked French Fries
- Oven Roasted Salmon with Peppercorn Sauce
- Best Homemade Refrigerator Pickles
- Truffle Parmesan Biscuits
- Warm Blueberry Sauce (For Ice Cream!)
- Market Stuffed Squash Blossoms
Best Steak Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon sea salt or kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground ancho chile pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients in a small bowl.
- Either use immediately, or store in a small airtight container until ready to use. Makes enough to season 4 large steaks.
- When ready to use, rub the seasoning over all sides of the steaks, and allow them to rest at least 20 minutes before grilling or searing.
This was the most amazing steak rub I have ever had !!! Wish I’d taken photos.
This will be the only steak rub I will use from now on . The A-1 sauce sat untouched on the table .
It’s delicious and addicting and complemented the steak perfectly.
without overpowering the steak .
Beautiful balance of flavors .
Put it on an hour before broiling and the only adjustment was a pinch of crushed red .
Pingback: How To Use Coffee Rub On Steak? – Trung Nguyen
Pingback: Oven Cooked Ribeye Steak Recipe? – mcginnis-sisters.com
Pingback: Can Steak Be Cooked Without Seasoning? – DoesEatPlace
Pingback: Can You Still Use Expired Steak Seasoning? – DoesEatPlace
Pingback: Can You Cook A Steak In A Pan? – DoesEatPlace
Pingback: Should You Sear Steak Before Or After Baking? – DoesEatPlace
Pingback: Can You Cook Cube Steak On The Grill? – DoesEatPlace
Pingback: Best Way To Cook Bone In Ribeye In Oven? – mcginnis-sisters.com
Pingback: Should I Sear My Steak Before I Broil It? – DoesEatPlace
Pingback: Can I Season Steak With Seasoned Salt? – DoesEatPlace
Pingback: Will A Slow Cooker Make Flank Steak Tender? – DoesEatPlace
Pingback: Are Ribs Good With Coffee Rub? – Trung Nguyen
Pingback: Can I Cook Skirt Roast In The Oven? – mcginnis-sisters.com
My husband is also a huge meat eater. We’ve been buying premade steak seasoning for years. I didn’t realize the difference that freshly made seasoning could make.
What a surprise! Been using homemade Montreal seasoning, and wanted to try something different. Glad I found this. Put it on a thick porterhouse, made one of the best steaks ever. Thanks for the recipe!
Pingback: How To Cook Bottom Round Steak? - ButteryPan
Omg I was sceptical doing this but gave it a go and I can honest say I agree this dry rub is best I have ever tasted I used on steak but defo will using on other meats too so thank you for this paul