Name: Homemade Montreal Steak Seasoning
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: ¼ cup ground black pepper; 2 tbsp ground coriander; 2 tbsp dried dill weed; 2 tbsp garlic powder; 2 tbsp onion powder; ¼ cup paprika; 2 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ cup salt

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Seasoning meats without loading them with sauces is a secret to good grilling. Homemade Montreal Steak Seasoning is part of that secret!

HOMEMADE MONTREAL STEAK SEASONING RECIPE

WHAT IS MONTREAL STEAK SEASONING?

Montreal steak seasoning (a.k.a. Canadian steak spice) comes to us from the French Canadian Province of Montreal. It is derived from the pickling spices of Jewish and Eastern European cuisines.

WHAT DOES THIS HOMEMADE MONTREAL STEAK SEASONING TASTE LIKE?

Montreal-style seasoning is a bold punch of flavors. This blend, like similar recipes, is loaded with black pepper and garlic. The salt, paprika, and dried herbs help round out the flavors.

THE BEST MONTREAL STEAK SEASONING RECIPE INGREDIENTS

Ground black pepper – 1/4 cup
Ground coriander – 2 tablespoons

Dried dill weed – 2 tablespoons
Garlic powder – 2 tablespoons
Onion powder – 2 tablespoons

Paprika – 1/4 cup
Crushed red pepper flakes – 2 tablespoons
Salt – 1/4 cup

HOW TO MAKE THIS HOMEMADE MONTREAL STEAK SEASONING RECIPE

In a small mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients.
Using a small whisk, or fork, stir all the ingredients until well combined.
Use promptly, or store in an airtight container for future use.

CAN YOU MAKE MONTREAL STEAK RUB MIXES AHEAD OF TIME?

Absolutely! I like to have a jar of this Montreal steak blend and all sorts of homemade spices and seasonings on hand for whenever the craving strikes.

As a rule of thumb, when making spice blends: the earliest expiration date on your ingredients is now the new expiration date for your homemade steak spice rub.

CAN YOU FREEZE HOMEMADE MONTREAL STEAK SEASONING?

Though it is not necessary to freeze this homemade steak seasoning, you can store it in the freezer. If you do, make sure it is an airtight, freezer-safe container to keep the original flavors fresh.

WHAT TO SERVE USING MONTREAL STEAK SEASONING?

Now that you have the Montreal Steak seasoning prepared, it is time to start thinking about what to serve with a steak dinner. Perhaps give these recipes a shot: