This versatile, all-purpose dry steak rub is delicious on any cut of beef (or chicken for that matter!) Ideal for grilling steaks or throwing steaks under the broiler.
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Is there anything better than a perfectly grilled, juicy steak? Not if you ask me, that’s for sure! I can’t help it, I’m a beef lover through and through.
Whenever we grill or broil steaks at home, I like to whip up a quick and easy dry rub to massage into the beef before throwing it on the grill.
Using basic pantry spices, my dry steak rub has a balanced flavor profile of sweet, salty, smoky and spicy ingredients including brown sugar, smoked paprika and cayenne (for a kick.) If you want to keep the rub mild, simply omit the cayenne.
Once the dry steak rub has had at least 30 minutes to absorb, prepare your steak however you wish. I love to throw mine on the grill and cook until it reaches medium (light pink in middle), about 7-8 minutes per side.
Frequently asked questions:
How far in advance should a dry steak rub be applied?
How far in advance should a dry steak rub be applied?
Other spices that can be added to a dry steak rub?
These are just a few of my favorite spices but other great ideas are cumin, oregano, crushed fennel or coriander.
How long will a spice rub last?
It’s always a great idea to double or triple this recipe and keep the spice rub in an air-tight container to use at a later time. It will stay fresh for up to 3 months if you’re starting with fresh spices.
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All-Purpose Steak Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon seasoned salt
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
Instructions
- Mix spices together well and sprinkle liberally on the steak before grilling or broiling as desired.