This Texas Roadhouse Steak Seasoning Recipe is easy to make with simple pantry spices. It adds bold flavor to steak and tastes similar to the seasoning used at Texas Roadhouse.
We love making this seasoning at home because it’s affordable and perfect for grilling steaks for our family.
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Why You’ll Love Texas Roadhouse Steak Seasoning!
This Texas Roadhouse Steak Seasoning is a spot-on copycat recipe of the bold, savory blend that makes steaks so crave-worthy and you can easily mix up in 5 minutes using simple pantry ingredients.
After taking my large family out for birthday steaks, I finally cracked the recipe so we can easily make this Seasoning blend at home. It cost a fraction of the price and tastes just as amazing.
You may also love this Homemade Burger Seasoning, BBQ Seasoning Recipe, Montreal Steak Seasoning, Outback Steak Seasoning or Coffee Rubbed Steak Recipe.
Recipe Snapshot
- Recipe: Texas Roadhouse Steak Seasoning
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Use For: Steak, chicken, shrimp, or vegetables
- Flavor Profile: Savory with a hint of sweetness
- Family Tip: Make a double batch and keep it in a spice jar for quick dinners.
Ingredients
- Brown Sugar – Adds a slight sweetness and helps create a caramelized crust on the steak.
- Kosher Salt – Enhances the natural flavor of the meat.
- Black Pepper – Adds bold flavor. Freshly ground pepper works best.
- Paprika & Chili Powder – Give the seasoning a smoky and slightly spicy flavor.
- Garlic Powder & Onion Powder – Classic steak seasoning flavors that add depth.
- Cornstarch – Helps the seasoning blend evenly and stick to the steak.
How to Make Texas Roadhouse Seasoning
Step 1 – Place all the ingredients in a zip lock bag. I love using freshly ground medium size pepper.
Step 2 – Seal the bag and shake to thoroughly combine all the ingredients together.
Step 3 – Generously rub the seasoning blend onto your steak of choice.
Step 4 – Let the perfect steak sit with the seasoning on it for at least 40 minutes and then grill and enjoy!
When to Put Dry Rub on a Steak
You can apply the Texas Roadhouse steak rub at two different times. It all depends on what works for you and your family.
- Apply about 45 minutes before grilling – About 45 minutes from when you are about to grilling your steaks, apply the steak seasoning on the steak. The seasoning absorbs into the steak making it very tender and flavorful.
- Marinate overnight – Apply the dry seasoning the night before you are grilling the steaks and place them in the refrigerator. Your steak may seem dry in the morning, but it did not lose much moisture.
Best Cuts of Steak for Grilling
The next time you want to grill a juicy steaks, make sure you are selecting the right one. No matter the cuts of meat you choose, they always come out delicious. These are the ones we recommend:
- Top Sirloin
- Filet Mignon
- Ribeye
- New York Strip Steak
- Porterhouse Steak
- T-Bones Steak
For even more tips, check out Best Steak Cuts to Cook on a Blackstone.
How to Use Texas Roadhouse Rub
Texas Roadhouse Seasoning can be used on other food items. Try the seasoning on these options the next time you grill out:
- Grilled Chicken
- Shrimp
- Sprinkle on your roasted vegetables
- Sprinkle on a Salad
- Add some to your favorite french fries
How to Grill Steaks
- Quality Meat – Make sure when you plan to grill that you buy good quality steaks.
- Prepare your Grill – Heat your grill up. Make sure that when you are putting your steaks on the grill that is extremely hot.
- Cook Fast – When we are grilling, my husbands just stays out by the grill. You will cook your steak for about 4 minutes and then flip and grill for another 4 minutes.
- Let Steak Rest – It is very important to let your steak rest after grilling. We usually let it rest for about 5-6 minutes after the steaks come off the grill. This locks in the juice so your steak is nice and juicy.
The Right Temperature for Steaks
Make sure your have a meat thermometer to get the best temperature. Cooking times will vary based on the size of your steak.
- Rare – 120F, cool to warm red center
- for Medium Rare – 130F, Warm red center
- Medium – 140F, Hot pink center
- Medium Well – 150F, Mostly brown center
- Well Done – 160F, full brown in color
How to Store Leftover Seasoning
Keep any leftover seasoning mixture in a airtight container, empty spice jar or bag to easily fit seasoning. This recipe is enough steak seasoning for 2-3 steaks depending on the size of your steaks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Texas Roadhouse steak seasoning typically includes salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and other spices.
Cornstarch helps form a light crust on the surface of the steak when it hits a hot grill, locking in moisture and giving you that restaurant-style sear.
Yes! This is a great make-ahead spice blend. We love to mix a big batch so it is ready to use for any type of meat or vegetables.
Apply a generous coating to both sides of each steak for the best flavor.
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Salt
- 2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Salt
- 1/2 tsp Tumeric
- 1/2 tsp Cornstarch
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Instructions
- Place 1 Tbsp brown sugar, 1 Tbsp salt, 2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic salt, ½ tsp tumeric, and ½ tsp cornstarch in a zip lock bag.
- Seal the bag and shake until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Generously rub the seasoning mixture onto your steak of choice.
- Let the steak sit with the seasoning on it for at least 30 minutes and then grill and enjoy!
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So yummy!!! And nice to make extra to have on hand for future times we’ll make this steak
Made this tonight and the family loved it! It was so flavorful. I will definitely use it again.
So glad you liked it! We love it.
This is NOT a copycat of Texas Roadhouse seasoning. We love Texas Roadhouse steaks and this is way too salty and just off.
Ryan – I’m so sorry you thought it was too salty. I hope you try it out again with less salt and let me know what you think!
Absolutely delicious! I was skeptical at first as I didn’t know how the ingredients would blend and taste altogether. I cooked NY Strip and Bone-in Ribeye and was impressed with the flavor from the first bite. I ended up making more seasoning to fill up an entire mason jar. Highly recommend this method!
I love hearing this! You just made my day! Thank you so much for sharing and thank you so much for the positive review!