Best Dry Rub Around!

'Tis the season for grilling meat, especially a great steak!  While I like red meat, I prefer it to be jazzed up with some great seasonings before it makes its way to my plate.  Thankfully, I hunted down a fabulous, if not the BEST recipe for a dry rub that can be used on just about any piece of meat... I've used it on chicken, flank steaks, roasts, etc. When you are in the mood for a delicious, mouthwatering steak unlike any other, this is the perfect recipe for you!

Delicious Dry Rub Recipe
Yields enough rub for 4 steaks.

Ingredients:
3 tsp. Chili Powder
2 tsp. Paprika
1 tsp. Cumin
1 tsp. Oregano
1 tsp. Coriander
1 tsp. Salt
1 tsp. Pepper
1 tsp. Garlic powder
1 tsp. Onion powder
Pinch of cayenne pepper

Directions:
Place all the spices in a small bowl and grind together. Spread evenly on both sides of the steaks.

Wrap the steaks tightly in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for a few hours, or until ready to grill.  The longer this mixture sits on your meat, the better it will taste!  Make sure you let the steaks come to room temperature prior to grilling, searing, etc.

I seared these babies in a skillet over medium-high heat in grapeseed oil for about 3 minutes on each side. The trick to a great steak is to NEVER OVERCOOK IT!  I prefer my steaks medium-rare, with a lovely crust on the outside and a juicy tenderness on the inside.  

Remember to let the meat rest for about 5 minutes off the heat after it is finished cooking to let the juices redistribute.  The addition of a pat of butter melted over the top of the steaks is simply divine... I highly recommend trying this indulgent, finishing touch!

Beef... it was for dinner, and it was ohhhh so delicious :-)

Happy Friday!

Librarian turned Foodie