Steak Seasoning Recipe (2024)

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My Homemade Steak Seasoning Recipe takes your steak dinner recipe to the next level! Perfect for grilling out or cooking steak on the stove. This is the best steak rub that takes just a minute to whip up using simple spices! Get ready to make the best seasoning for steak and elevate your steak game!

Best Steak Seasoning Recipe

If you know me, you know I love my steak dinners. There is nothing like a perfectly cooked steak with a beautiful crust from seasoning. This is the best homemade dry rub I have ever tried, and trust me - I've tried a lot of steak seasoning ideas! This spice blend is an elevated Montreal Steak Seasoning!

I guarantee you're going to love this easy seasoning for steak. It's so easy to mix up using common spices from your pantry, but the results turn your average steak dinner into an incredible meal. The combination of the sweet and salty blends makes this the best seasoning for steak.

This seasoning is perfection. The sweet and salty combination is just perfect. I will never buy store bought seasoning again!

Rob

Spices for Steak

• smoked paprika
• onion powder
• garlic powder
• Kosher salt or sea salt
• red pepper flakes
• cayenne pepper
• brown sugar

Brown sugar is the secret ingredient that makes this rub so unique. You get a nice caramelization when the steak hits the grill. The combination of a little sweet, spicy, and salty takes steak skills to a new level. This is the perfect steak seasoning blend for a great steak.

Steak Seasoning Recipe

1. Add all ingredients to a bowl.
2. Stir to mix together using a whisk or fork until completely combined.
3. Store in an airtight container in a cold, dry place. Stir when ready to use again. Enjoy!

I have used this seasoning on chicken, turkey, and pork chops and it is just amazing on all proteins.

Beef Steak Seasoning Tips

• Adjust the spice levels: You can use more or less crushed red pepper to adjust the spice level of your seasoning for beef.
• Adjust the sweetness: Use more or less brown sugar to make the steak seasoning a little sweeter or less sweet if you prefer.
• Add more garlic: If you really love garlic (I know I do!), adjust to use more garlic powder for an extra garlicky flavor.

How to Store Seasoning for Steak

1. Put homemade steak seasoning in an airtight container with a good lid.
2. Please keep it in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and heat.
3. Label the container with the date and name.
4. Close the container tightly after each use.
5. Use it within 6-12 months for the best flavor.

Seasoning Steak

Liberally sprinkle on all sides with your steak seasoning mix. Pat down the mixture with your hands so the meat soaks it up. This will give your beef a beautiful crust.

What are the Best Spices for Homemade Steak Seasoning?

The best spices for steak emphasize the flavor of the meat without overwhelming it. We use a mixture of paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, sea salt, black pepper, and brown sugar to make our steak dry rub. This creates a sweet, salty, and spicy mix with the perfect balance to elevate the flavor of any steak!

Steak Temperature

Always use a meat thermometer when trying to get the perfect steak temp and follow our Steak Temperature Chart.

Steak Seasoning FAQs

How to Cook Steak

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• How to Grill Steak

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