Steak Seasoning
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Steak seasoning made at home is full of bold delicious flavor. Make it with just a few herbs and spices you already have in your pantry!
This easy steak seasoning recipe is about to level up your cooking! Try it on all your favorite burger and steak recipes. And don’t forget the sides like our classic fruit salad or instant pot corn on the cob.
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Why you’ll love this homemade steak seasoning recipe!
📌 Cost saving! It’s much more cost effective to make a big batch with the individual ingredients than buying commercially prepared blends.
📌 Easy to adjust for personal tastes. Add more or less of what you love and fine tune to perfection.
📌 Bolder flavor. Make it with the freshest spices so you know it will keep and taste great for a long time.
Steak Seasoning Ingredients
- Salt – Use your favorite salt for this recipe. We used sea salt in the pictured version but you could also use a smoked salt for added flavor.
- Black pepper – I love fresh cracked black pepper. If you want a milder pepper flavor, swap half the black pepper for white pepper.
- Garlic – Granulated garlic. Do not use garlic salt or your seasoning blend will end up much too salty.
- Paprika – Not only does this give great flavor but it also adds to the gorgeous color of this seasoning. Try mixing it up by using a spicy paprika or a smoked paprika.
- Thyme – Thyme is an earthy herb with a slightly minty and lemony flavor. Adjust this to your tastes or swap for dried parsley or rosemary.
How do you make dried ranch seasoning? (step-by-step directions)
⭐ First, add all the measured dried spices to a clean dry bowl.
⭐ Then, mix thoroughly with a fork or a whisk, making sure to break up any clumps.
⭐ Next, carefully pour spice blend into an airtight container.
⭐ Finally, store in a cool dry place until ready to use.
Scroll down to the printable recipe card toward the bottom of this article for ingredient measurements and detailed cooking instructions.
Why make your own steak seasoning blend?
I love a quick-grab bottle as much as the next gal, but there really is something to be said for making your own spice blends!
- Adjust the flavor to your tastes.
- Gluten free.
- Know exactly what’s in them.
- No additives, preservatives, fillers, colorings, or anti-caking agents.
- Money saving.
What else can I add to my homemade steak seasoning?
- Spice: Make it spicy by adding extra ground peppercorn, red pepper flakes, chili powder, or chipotle powder.
- Smoke: Give it a hint of smoke by using smoked paprika or smoked salt.
- Herbs: Swap or add other complimentary herbs like dried rosemary or dried parsley.
- Umami: Add onion powder or dried mushroom powder.
- Sweet: Brown or white sugar, granulated honey, or powdered maple syrup will add a touch of sweetness.
Preparation
Can you make spice blends ahead of time?
Absolutely! We typically make a large jar and use it over the course of several months.
How much homemade steak seasoning should I use?
This recipe is a 1:1 with store bought steak seasoning or rub, so use it exactly as you would when using a commercially prepared blend. I personally tend to be very liberal with it when grilling steaks.
How do you store homemade seasonings?
Spice blends should be stored in an airtight container in a cool dry environment (like an air conditioned house).
Do not store them in the refrigerator as they will condensate when you bring them out and it can cause clumping.
How long does DIY seasoning last?
Dried spice blends theoretically last forever, but will begin to lose flavor potency after about 6 months.
Check your spice labels and make sure not to use out-of-date spices.
Tips, tricks, and frequently asked questions
✅ Try using it in your chili or soups to add more flavor!
✅ If you live in a humid area, you can add a food safe silica packet to the jar to help prevent clumping.
✅ The spices may separate while stored, just go ahead and give the jar a shake or stir to mix them back up.
When to use it
Add this wherever you would normal use an steak seasoning. Here are some recipes we love: grilled flank steak, rib eye steak recipe, perfectly broiled flank steak.
More homemade seasoning recipes
- Italian seasoning blend
- Homemade ranch seasoning
- DIY chili seasoning
- Fajita seasoning recipe
- Homemade spice rub
- Soy ginger salmon marinade
- Apple pie spice recipe
- See all our seasoning recipes and spice blends!
Tools we love
- Glass spice jars – I love putting our homemade spice mixes in pretty glass jars.
- Bulk spices – It’s amazing how much money you can save by buying spices in bulk and making your own mixes!
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How to Make Steak Seasoning
Steak Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon salt we used sea salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic granulated/powdered
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon hyme
Instructions
- Add all the measured dried spices to a clean dry bowl.
- Mix thoroughly with a fork or a whisk, making sure to break up any clumps.
- Carefully pour spice blend into an airtight container.
- Store in a cool dry place until ready to use.
Notes
- Spice: Make it spicy by adding extra ground peppercorn, red pepper flakes, chili powder, or chipotle powder.
- Smoke: Give it a hint of smoke by using smoked paprika or smoked salt.
- Herbs: Swap or add other complimentary herbs like dried rosemary or dried parsley.
- Umami: Add onion powder or dried mushroom powder.
- Sweet: Brown or white sugar, granulated honey, or powdered maple syrup will add a touch of sweet
Nutrition
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I found this just in time for grilling season to kick off in earnest. We will be using this a lot over the summer, it is probably the best steak seasoning I’ve used.
I was in a pinch and found this! It was great, thank you.
We really enjoyed this seasoning! It added perfect flavor to the steak. Thank you for the recipe!