Homemade Steak Seasoning Mix

I find that many commercial seasoning mixes rely on the use of too much salt, so, with a little experimentation, I have settled on this seasoning mix as my go-to mix for beef; especially, for steak, roast beef, and finger streaks.

Advantages of Making Homemade Steak Seasoning Mix

At its core, steak can be enjoyed in its purest form: with just salt and pepper. However, many other spices add depth and complexity – and are easy to prepare at home!

Garlic, thyme and onion powder provide the main flavors for this savory recipe that can be enhanced further with black pepper or other ingredients like smoked paprika or red pepper flakes to suit individual preferences.

Reduced Salt and Sodium

Salt is an ingredient often included in pre-made steak seasoning mixes, but when making homemade ones it can be easier to control how much is used. Furthermore, there are numerous alternatives that add flavor and texture while simultaneously lowering sodium consumption. Cutting back on salt consumption doesn’t just have the advantage of cutting overall sodium consumption but can also help preserve meat quality.

Homemade steak seasoning is easy and straightforward with just a handful of pantry essentials. This particular recipe combines salt and pepper with earthy herbs like onion powder and garlic powder; earthy flavors such as paprika; as well as light brown or maple sugar to provide sweetness.

Make large or small batches and store in an air tight container in a cool dry place; they’ll last months! Grillers will find the seasoning essential when creating their favorite grilled beef recipes.

Use of this seasoning when cooking steaks on a grill will enhance their flavor while creating an irresistibly crispy surface. Rubbing both sides with seasoning will ensure its even distribution; plus it helps prevent overcooking!

Store bought broths can contain high levels of sodium; this homemade steak seasoning recipe uses low sodium ingredients but will still add plenty of flavor. Use it to elevate dishes such as Garlic Butter Steak Bites or Roasted Root Vegetables and it makes an excellent addition to stew or pot roast dishes!

Control of Spiciness

Many steak seasoning mixes contain an assortment of herbs and spices, such as thyme and rosemary for an earthier flavor, pepper for spice bite, and onions or garlic powder for pungent bite. By creating your own blend you have control over the amount of spice used; thus avoiding harsh, overpowering blends that often occur with store-bought seasonings.

At the core of it all lies another advantage of creating your own blend: being able to experiment with unique ingredients that give your steak a distinct character. For instance, adding ground mustard can bring out its distinctive tang and parsley flakes can impart fresh herbaceous notes for a zesty flair – both are easily available at local grocery or health food stores and can add depth of flavor.

Based on your individual tastes and desired flavors for the blend, experimenting with various combinations might be worthwhile until you find your ideal recipe. While this process might require some trial and error, the effort will pay off once you can create steak seasoning that perfectly satisfies your preferences.

If you prefer milder flavors, opt for a blend that uses only minimal amounts of pepper, and adjust other spices according to your personal tastes. Remember, when choosing strong and robust herbs and spices like this one, to balance their potency with subtle salt additions that help temper their intensity.

Before cooking a steak, seasoning should be applied liberally with spices to achieve maximum satisfaction and flavor balance. By allowing these seasonings to absorb some moisture from the surface of the meat and absorb into its pores, seasoning will have more time to add depth of flavor while simultaneously infusing with fat of the steak for further enhancement of overall flavor.

Skip Allergic Ingredients

Homemade steak seasoning mixes are an easy and delicious way to transform any cut of beef into an irresistibly succulent steakhouse meal. Additionally, this flavorful mix can add dimension and variety to veggies or proteins such as chicken or lamb for some unforgettable flavor that will keep guests talking!

This recipe is extremely straightforward to create and requires just a handful of pantry-staples spices and herbs, plus ground pepper or other flavors as desired. Customization to individual taste is easily achievable by changing up the amounts of ground pepper or other flavors used – for example adjusting how much ground pepper or other herbs and spices you add. This specific combination includes basics like kosher salt, pepper and garlic powder, earthy oregano and cumin flavors, paprika for an irresistibly smokey bite, and brown sugar or maple syrup sweetness for sweet finishing touchs!

Add extra flavor to your mix by including dried or fresh herbs and spices you enjoy, such as dill, thyme or cayenne for some heat or rosemary leaves for some herbiness.

Make delicious steaks every time with ease using homemade steak seasoning mix! From pan searing to grilling, this seasoning mix can help you craft beautiful steaks every time! Plus it makes great additions to other meats and vegetables such as my Air Fryer Baked Potatoes with French Vinaigrette Dressing recipe or my Grilled Steak Salad With French Vinaigrette.

Making your own steak seasoning also offers another advantage: avoiding allergens like onion that you might otherwise not find in pre-made mixes. Allergens in store-bought mixes may cause issues for those who must avoid onions and other allergenic ingredients; by creating your own mix you can either eliminate these completely or just use small amounts to enhance flavor.

To create your steak seasoning, combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir well to mix them thoroughly. Place this mixture in an empty spice jar, sealable bag or other airtight container. You should store this somewhere cool and dry such as your pantry for at least a month depending on how tightly it’s stored.

Add Herbs and Spices You Like

If you are dissatisfied with the standard steak seasoning blends available at your grocery store, making your own can save both money and provide you with greater flexibility to incorporate herbs and spices that suit your personal preferences. This recipe is straightforward, while all necessary ingredients can be purchased affordably at any grocery store.

Starting with kosher salt, which features denser crystals than table salt (Morton’s brand may offer more compact crystals while Diamond Crystal offers finer ones), add cracked black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and thyme for a classic steak seasoning blend using a spice grinder – for an herbaceous and pungent aroma use freshly grated herbs for best results – then finish it off by mixing in red pepper flakes for some added spice!

This classic steak seasoning blend is one that professional chefs usually opt for, yet you can spice it up further by modifying to your personal preference: adding more smoky paprika for an earthier, richer taste; cayenne or red pepper flakes to spice things up; dried herbs like dill, oregano, and thyme for herbal notes; or ground coffee to sweeten things up a little!

Once you’ve created homemade steak seasoning, it’s a good idea to keep a small batch handy for easy use and storage – it will last months or years without losing its potency! Plus, homemade steak seasoning works great not just with meat; it works wonders on chicken, pork chops and even vegetables!

Be generous when applying steak seasoning to pieces of meat. Remember that once applied, excess seasoning cannot be removed easily; use light dusting for thin or smaller cuts of meat while heavier application should be made on thicker pieces to ensure all sides of it are seasoned properly. Once finished seasoning your piece of meat, let it rest for a couple minutes before carving or grilling it.

Steak Seasoning Mix Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Bay leaf (crushed or ground small)
• 1 tablespoon dill seed
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon sodium-free beef bouillon powder (Optional)
• 2 tablespoons ground white or black pepper
• 1 tablespoon paprika (optional)

Steak Seasoning Mix Directions

• Thoroughly mix all ingredients in a small bowl.
• Store in a small sealed glass container on a cool dark cabinet or pantry shelf.
• The mix can safely be stored for three or four months.

Steak Seasoning Mix Cook’s Note

• White pepper is milder for those who find the black pepper flavor to strong.