This homemade Steak Seasoning will elevate your steak dinner to the next level. It’s an easy-to-make blend of herbs and spices that perfectly complements the rich, beefy flavor of your favorite cut of steak.

Tablespoon of Steak Seasoning from a jar

Steak Seasoning Mix

If you’re looking for the best way to wake up the flavors of grilled steaks, you’ve come to the right place! With just a few simple ingredients you can transform an ordinary steak into a mouth-watering, restaurant-quality steak. Make an extra batch because you can use it for chicken, Juicy Burgers, and fish recipes. It also makes a tasty seasoning for these Cheesesteak Quesadillas.

The simple savory blend of spices not only adds incredible flavors, but it also adds a beautiful crust that locks in the juices and creates a perfectly seared exterior. Plus, because you’re making it yourself, you can adjust the flavors to your liking. One thing is for sure, once you try this steak rub, you’ll never go back to store-bought again.

Why We Love This Recipe

Customizable – By making your own tasty seasoning mix, you can tailor the flavor to your personal preference. You can adjust the amount of salt, spice, and herbs to create the perfect balance of flavor for your taste buds.
Healthier option – Homemade steak seasoning blend often contains fewer preservatives and additives than store-bought brands from the grocery store.
Cost-effective – Making homemade seasoning mix can be more cost-effective than purchasing pre-made blends because it’s made with just a few pantry staples you probably have on hand.
Makes the best steak – This seasoning gives steak so much flavor without covering up the natural flavor of the meat.

Ingredients

Sea Salt (or kosher salt)
Cracked Black Pepper
Granulated Garlic
Paprika
Dried Thyme

How to Make Perfect Steak Seasoning

Step One: Combine Spices

Spoonfuls of ingredients which includes sea salt (or kosher salt), cracked black pepper, granulated garlic, paprika and dried thyme in a bowl.

Process of making Steak Seasoning is to mix all the ingredients in a mixing bowl

In small mixing bowl, stir together all ingredients and mix until fully combined.

Step Two: Store in Air-Tight Container

Top view of Steak Seasoning with measuring spoon.

Place the seasoning mixture into a container with a lid. We like to use these s mall mason jars.

Amazing Steak Seasoning Variations and Add-ins

Once you get the hang of making your own blends with basic spices, have some fun and try some of these add-ins next time:

Spicy – Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or some red pepper flakes for a spicy kick of heat. Careful though, a little goes a long way.
Smoky – Add smoked paprika or chipotle powder to the base seasoning mix for a smoky flavor. You’ll want to start with a little bit at a time until it reaches the smoky level you’re looking for.
Herby blend – Add dried rosemary, dried oregano, dried mustard powder, onion powder, or dried basil to the base seasoning mix for a fresh and earthy depth of flavor.
Citrusy – Add dried lemon or lime zest to give the dry rub a bright and citrusy flavor. It adds great flavor to chicken!
Sweet or savory – You can add a little brown sugar to the seasoning mix for a combination of sweet and savory flavors. Just keep in mind there is moisture in the brown sugar, and it may clump as it sits.

Tips for Making the Best Seasoning

Check the expiration date on each of the bottles of spices and herbs you use. This helps determine how long your blend will be fresh.
Go easy on the salt. Even though salt is a key ingredient to make a fabulous steak, you can overdo it by adding too much. Test it before adding more than the recipe calls for.
Invest in a spice grinder. Nothing beats fresh ground black pepper but you can use it to blend other spices into a fine powder.
Store in an airtight container or small mason with a tight-fitting lid. Store your spices in a cool, dry place away from heat sources like an oven or stove.
Make sure to label and date your seasoning to help you keep track of when it was made.
For best results, use stored seasoning within 4-5 months.

How Much Seasoning Do I Use Per Steak?

Seasoning steak properly will depend on the cut of the steak and how thick the steak is. As a general rule of thumb, start with about 1-2 teaspoons of seasoning per pound of meat.

Other Ways to Use This Seasoning:

This seasoning isn’t just delicious on red meat. The combination of herbs and spices makes a delicious seasoning you can use several ways:

Roasted vegetables – Drizzle your veggies with a little bit of olive oil, then sprinkle on some of this seasoning. It creates a super flavorful side dish.
Burgers – Just about anything you season steaks with is good on burgers too. Mix some of this steak seasoning into your ground beef to make burgers with bold flavors that everyone will rave over.
Chicken – What’s good for beef is good for chicken too! Rub some of this seasoning onto chicken breasts or thighs before grilling or baking for a flavorful twist.
Roasted nuts – Toss your favorite nuts like almonds or walnuts with some melted butter and steak seasoning before roasting in the oven. It makes the perfect party snack mix.
Popcorn – Add savory flavors to a simple bag of popped popcorn. Once it has popped add a dash or two of seasoning and give the bag a good shake.
Potatoes – This steak season is wonderful over baked potatoes, grilled potatoes or even mashed potatoes.
Flavorful marinades – Mix some steak seasoning into your favorite marinade recipe for chicken, pork, or beef for an extra pop of flavor.

More Delicious Recipes

Steak Seasoning

Course Seasoning

Cuisine American

Prep Time 1

Add a kick of flavor to your steaks with this homemade steak seasoning! Garlic, thyme, and sea salt give amazing flavor while the paprika helps with a gorgeous color and presentation. Impress friends and family alike, or even just yourself, with this tasty seasoning.

Ingredients

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix until fully combined
1 Tablespoon Sea Salt, 1 Tablespoon Cracked Black Pepper, 1 Tablespoon Granulated Garlic, 1 Tablespoon Paprika, 1 Tablespoon Thyme