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My steak dry rub is the only Steak Rub Recipe you need! It's the perfect blend of seasonings for grilling, pan-searing, or roasting, and you can use it for more than just steak. Try it with ribs, roasts, and more!
Steak Dry Rub
I love grilling! Living in Florida, my grill is always out and ready to go! I'm constantly grilling up recipes like Porterhouse Steak, Picanha Steak, or my favorite chuck steak.
Whenever I grill out, I use this flavorful steak seasoning recipe. It's my favorite dry rub for my favorite steak recipes and ribs, but seriously, I could put this steak rub on everything!
After trying plenty of different seasonings for steak, I can say without a doubt this is my favorite. Once you use this homemade steak seasoning with its hint of sweetness, you may never buy store-bought dry rubs again. It is that tasty!
Steak Seasoning Rub Ingredients
- paprika
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- sea salt
- crushed red pepper
- black pepper
- brown sugar
Dry Rub for Steak Instructions
- Add paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, sea salt, crushed red pepper, black pepper, and brown sugar to a bowl.
- Give it a good stir to combine, until all spices are completely mixed together. Store in an air-tight container such as a jar.
How easy is that? For such a simple process, I promise you, this is the best BBQ steak rub you will ever try. I use it for all of my favorite BBQ recipes.
Steak Dry Rub Recipe Tips
- After mixing, this dry rub recipe will yield a cup of seasoning, perfect for using for all your grilling recipes.
- It is effortless to scale this recipe up or down - simply halve the amounts for less and double for more! I highly recommend doubling this dry rub for steaks and keeping it handy. That way, you will always have the perfect steak rub on hand.
- After grilling, melt a pat of butter on top of your steak. It will bring out the flavors of the steak and seasonings and make it extra juicy! Want to make it restaurant-quality? Use my Garlic Butter recipe! Garlic butter with this seasoning tastes unbelievably good.
- Not only does this dry rub for steak pair deliciously with any meat, but the combination of flavors it gives to the meat always pairs perfectly with your favorite BBQ side dishes, too. Give it a try on your favorite summer grilling recipes! One taste, and I know you'll want to use it for everything as I do.
- I have a little secret, this rub is amazing on salmon and chicken wings!
BBQ Steak Rub Variations
- Change the spice level. If you like your dry rub recipes on the spicier side, add a teaspoon or two more of the crushed red pepper flakes. If you like it with less spice, take a little bit out.
- Adjust the sweetness. If you like a sweet BBQ rub, you can adjust the sweetness in this spice blend by using a little more brown sugar. For less sweetness, use a little bit less brown sugar. But, I find that 2 tablespoons is the perfect level of sweetness for any BBQ recipe!
- Try my Bold Rib Rub Recipe with Brown Sugar, too!
- You'll love my Coffee Rub and Beef Brisket Rub as well.
How to Store Spice Rub for Steak
- Put your steak rub in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag.
- Label it with the date you made it.
- Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Make sure the container or bag is tightly sealed to prevent air and moisture from getting in.
By following these steps, you'll keep your steak rub fresh and flavorful for an extended period.
I like to use a mason jar because it stores well, has a pleasing appearance, and takes up very little space in my pantry. I keep it right next to my favorite French Fry Seasoning!
Homemade Steak Rub FAQ
Bring your steaks to room temperature.
Sprinkle the steak with your seasoning mixture to coat it.
Pat the steak down to apply the rub and ensure the seasonings stay on.
Repeat on the opposite side.
You can apply dry rub to the steak right before grilling. But, if you have time, you can also apply it to your steak ahead of time for greater depth of flavor. See the below question for instructions!
Leave dry rub on a steak for as long as overnight in the refrigerator. After seasoning, let them rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or up to overnight uncovered. The steak will soak up the seasoning even more while it rests.
Steak Recipes
As someone who loves to make her own seasoning recipes, I can tell you this steak rub recipe is by far one of my favorites. I know you're going to love it! Give it a try with your favorite beef or pork dishes. It would even be great with BBQ chicken!
Steak Rub Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons sea salt
- 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Add 4 tablespoons paprika, 2 tablespoons onion powder, 2 tablespoons garlic powder, 3 tablespoons sea salt, 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper, 1 tablespoon black pepper, and 2 tablespoons brown sugar to a bowl.
- Give it a good stir to combine, until all spices are completely mixed together.
Prose says
Great rub, very happy with it!
Em Beitel says
Thank you, Prose! We're happy to hear that!
Shundelle says
This was so good !!!!!! I loved it
Isabel Laessig says
Thank you so much, Shundelle! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Steve says
Trying this tonight. I'd be curious to know how much you use on an 8 oz steak or piece of chicken.
Isabel Laessig says
Hi Steve! I would say about ½ Tablespoon, but if you're not certain I would start with a little less just to be safe. Thank you!
Megs says
Seriously the best steak rub ever! Thank you for sharing!
Isabel Laessig says
SO happy you enjoyed it so much, Megs! Thank you for your review!