Homemade Steak Seasoning
This bold, savoury steak seasoning combines coarse salt, cracked pepper, garlic, onion and smoky paprika. It forms a flavourful crust on steak and is also delicious on burgers, pork chops, potatoes and grilled vegetables.
Prep time
5 min
Cook time
No cook
Serves
About ¼ cup
Ingredients
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- 1 tbspcoarse kosher salt
- 1 tbspcoarsely cracked black pepper
- 2 tspdried minced garlic
- 2 tspdried minced onion
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- 1 tspmustard powder
- ½ tspred pepper flakes, optional
Ingredients
- 1 tbspcoarse kosher salt
- 1 tbspcoarsely cracked black pepper
- 2 tspdried minced garlic
- 2 tspdried minced onion
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- 1 tspmustard powder
- ½ tspred pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
Method
- 1
Add all the ingredients to a small bowl or jar.
- 2
Stir until evenly combined.
- 3
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard for up to six months.
- 4
Shake or stir before each use.
How to Use It
- 1
Use approximately 1 tablespoon of seasoning per pound of steak or other meat.
- 2
Pat the meat dry, lightly coat it with olive oil and season both sides. Gently press the seasoning into the surface and allow the meat to rest for 20 to 30 minutes before cooking.
Melissa's Notes
The red pepper flakes add gentle heat and can be omitted.
Regular paprika can replace smoked paprika for a milder flavour.
For a lower-sodium blend, reduce the salt to 2 teaspoons.
Avoid grinding this blend too finely—the coarse texture helps create a flavourful crust.
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