Texas Signature Steak Rub

Elevate your steak game with this bold and flavorful Texas Signature Steak Rub—a spice blend that embodies the heart and soul of Lone Star cooking. Crafted with a smoky-sweet balance of paprika, brown sugar, and smoked paprika, this rub is perfectly complemented by the earthy warmth of cumin, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick. Dried oregano and thyme add a touch of herbaceous depth, making this rub versatile enough for any cut of beef. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's easy to prepare and can be stored for months, ensuring you’re always ready to grill up crowd-pleasing steaks with rich Texas flair. Perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners, this steak rub guarantees bold flavor bite after bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the paprika, brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, and dried thyme.

Step 2

Mix all the ingredients together thoroughly until evenly combined.

Step 3

Taste a small pinch of the rub and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or cayenne to suit your preference.

Step 4

Transfer the steak rub to an airtight container or spice jar for storage. It will stay fresh for up to 6 months if stored in a cool, dry place.

Step 5

To use, coat your steak generously with the rub, ensuring all sides are evenly covered. Allow the steak to rest with the rub on for approximately 30 minutes before grilling or cooking to let the flavors penetrate.

Step 6

Cook your steak to your preferred doneness, and enjoy the bold Texas flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	49 grams (49.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	143

Total Fat 3.20g	4%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1794mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 30.50g	11%
Dietary Fiber 9.40g	34%
Total Sugars 10.70g
Protein 4.90g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 130mg	10%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 607mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.9%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 71.6%