Cowboy Steak Seasoning
Transform your steak into a smoky, flavorful masterpiece with this easy-to-make Cowboy Steak Seasoning blend. Packed with robust ingredients like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and ground cumin, this seasoning perfectly balances savory, spicy, and slightly sweet notes with a touch of brown sugar for caramelized perfection. The addition of cayenne pepper and dried thyme adds a kick of heat and earthy depth, while kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper anchor the mix. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile spice mix is perfect for grilling, pan-searing, or roasting steaks, giving your favorite cut bold, satisfying flavor in every bite. Make a batch, store it for up to 6 months, and bring steakhouse-quality flair to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, dried thyme, and brown sugar.
Using a whisk or spoon, thoroughly combine all the ingredients until they are evenly mixed.
Taste a small pinch of the seasoning to adjust the salt or spice level, if desired.
Store the seasoning blend in an airtight container, such as a glass jar, at room temperature. It can be stored for up to 6 months.
To use, generously sprinkle the seasoning over the surface of your steak, ensuring even coverage. Let the steak rest for 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate before grilling or cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3555 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 305 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
