make your own homemade steak seasoning With just 5 ingredients you probably already have in your spice cupboard, you’ll be on your way to the tastiest steak in no time.
Keep a batch of this steak seasoning on hand to prepare our grilled steak, sous vide steak or cast iron steak!
Perfectly easy steak seasoning
Preparing steak for dinner but not sure where to start with seasoning your beef? we got you This incredible steak seasoning…
- is the perfect amount of savory and sweet. Salt + brown sugar help create that delicious crust everyone loves in a steak.
- No need to run to the store and buy some spices you’ll never use again.
- is 100% is our favorite steak seasoning regardless of which cut of beef you use.
Besides, it is only 5 ingredients — and bonus, you probably already have these all on hand in your spice cabinet.
Why you will love it!
This steak seasoning is so incredibly delicious! It brings together the following simple spices for ultimate flavor perfection:
- garlic powder
- Red pepper flakes
- Brown sugar
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Kosher salt
How to use steak seasoning
When When using this steak seasoning, be sure to rub it really well into the meat, then allow it to “bake” onto your steak for 30 minutes – 1 hour before cooking. The result is a super aromatic and tender steak 😀
How to make steak seasoning
combine ingredients
Place all of the ingredients for the steak seasoning in a glass or small bowl and mix together. That’s it!
When ready to season the steak
Season both sides of the steaks with steak seasoning. Massage the seasonings into the steaks, making sure they are completely coated. Let the steaks rest at room temperature for 30 minutes – 1 hour.
Try it!
Cast iron steak
You’ll love this steak seasoning on our Cast Iron Steak. It’s juicy, flavorful and seasoned to perfection!
get prescription
Is this steak seasoning spicy?
This steak seasoning is generally mild, but you can easily make it spicier:
Make it spicier
If you prefer a spicier steak seasoning mix, add more red pepper flakes. If you like it spicy, add some cayenne pepper to the mixture.
How much steak seasoning does it take for 1.5 lbs. from meat?
A good rule of thumb for our steak seasoning is that you need about 1/3 cup of seasoning for every 1.5 pounds. from meat.
Why make a large batch of this steak seasoning?
The great thing about this recipe is that it makes 1/3 cup steak seasoning, which is enough for 2 steaks, but it’s super easy to double, triple, or quadruple the seasoning if you’re saving for later.
storage: Simply make a large batch of the ingredients below, then store in an airtight container in your spice cabinet for up to 3 months.
Recommended spice containers
If you’re in the market for cute spice jars for homemade spice mixes, check out some of our favorites below! They’re super affordable and will save you money in the long run, especially if you start buying your basic spices in bulk.
storage
Store extra steak seasoning in an airtight container in your spice cabinet for up to 3 months.
Photography: The photos captured in this post are by Ashley McGlaughlin of The Edible Perspective.