Best Steak Seasoning Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Total Time
2 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
27 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Best Steak Seasoning Recipe
Description
The Best Steak Seasoning Recipe combines salt and brown sugar for seasoning balance, smoky smoked paprika, and the mild heat of ancho chili pepper powder. Dried thyme adds herbal notes, while garlic and onion powders complement the savory depth. Ground mustard and ground cumin contribute subtle pungency and earthiness. This mixture is both aromatic and flavorful without overpowering the steak itself.
Once mixed, the blend can be rubbed onto steaks and left to rest for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat before grilling or searing. The seasoning quantity is suitable for about four large steaks.
The seasoning can be stored in an airtight container for later use, making it a versatile addition to any cook’s spice collection.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon salt or kosher salt, sea salt
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar packed
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons ancho chile pepper ground
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
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.
Notes
- This seasoning blend is intended for about four large steaks.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container for future use.
- Allow seasoned steaks to rest at least 20 minutes before cooking to develop flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 27 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 27kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1748mg | 73% |
| Potassium | 68mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1145IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.