Steak Rub
Elevate your steak game with this bold and flavorful homemade steak rub recipe! Featuring a perfectly balanced blend of kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, smoky paprika, and a hint of heat from cayenne pepper, this seasoning mix is designed to infuse every bite with irresistible flavor. Aromatic notes of garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and ground cumin add depth and complexity, while a touch of brown sugar enhances the savory profile with subtle caramelized sweetness. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile rub is ideal for grilling, pan-searing, or broiling steaks. Massage it generously onto your favorite cut of beef and let it sit to ensure a tender, mouthwatering crust with each cook. Plus, you can store the extra for weeks, making your next steak night a breeze. Perfect for steak lovers and grilling enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, ground cumin, and brown sugar.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly using a spoon or small whisk to ensure an even blend of flavors.
Sprinkle the rub generously over both sides of the steak, using your hands to press the mixture into the meat for better adhesion and flavor penetration.
For best results, let the rubbed steak sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before cooking to allow the flavors to meld.
Store any leftover rub in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
80 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3552 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 344 mg | 7% | |
*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.
