Steak Seasoning

Making your own seasoning is a great way to have seasonings made to the way that you like best. This recipe calls for paprika, but you can use smoked paprika. It will give your food a hint of smokey flavor.

Ingredients

2 Tbs. black pepper or whole peppercorns
2 Tbs. paprika
2 Tbs. sea salt
2 Tbs. dried parsley flakes
1 Tbs. granulated garlic or garlic powder
1 Tbs. granulated onion or onion powder
1 Tbs. dill seeds
1 Tbs. coriander
1 Tbs. cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes (optional)
1 Tbs. dried red bell pepper
2 tsp. mustard seeds
2 tsp. caraway seeds

Directions

 Combine black pepper, paprika, sea salt, granulated garlic, onion powder, dill seeds, coriander, cayenne pepper, red bell pepper, mustard seeds and caraway seeds in the bowl of a mortar and pestle. You can also use a spice grinder or food processor. Another way to break down the hard spice seeds is to place the spices in a heavy closable bag and crush them with a rolling pin, or wooden mallet.

Process until the spices until they are the consistency that you like best.

Pour this into a container that has a tight-fitting lid or use a sealable plastic bag.  

Shake the contents thoroughly to combine. Use to season steak, chicken, pork, potatoes, and vegetables.