Steakhouse steak rub adds flavor and tenderness to the meat.
Making your own steak rub allows you to personalize the seasonings to fit your own taste preferences. Start with recommended blends, then add or subtract ingredients until you find the flavor combination that you prefer. The salt opens up the structure of the meat and allows the flavors to penetrate the surface.
Instructions
1. Mix together the salt, pepper and garlic powder. This basic mixture is the basis for most seasoning rubs. Some rubs also add brown sugar for caramelization.
2. Add seasonings according to your preferences. Try a mixture of 1 tbsp. onion powder, 1 tsp. crushed red pepper, 1 tsp. dried thyme, 1 tsp. dried rosemary and 1 tsp. dried ground fennel. Another favorite seasoning mixture includes 2 tbsp. paprika, 1 tbsp. granulated onion, 1 tbsp. crushed coriander, 1 tbsp. dill weed and 1 tbsp crushed red pepper. For a spicy steak rub, add 1 tbsp. chili powder, 1 tsp. ground cumin and 1/2 tsp. ground red pepper.
3. Mix the steak rub thoroughly and store in a clean dry jar.
4. Apply the steak rub evenly across the surface of the meat. Rub the meat briefly to help the seasoning adhere and penetrate the surface of the meat.
5. Place the meat aside to rest for 10 minutes or more before grilling. For longer marinating times, place the meat in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Tags: crushed pepper, penetrate surface, surface meat, tbsp crushed
