Oddly enough, I discovered Montreal Steak Seasoning (also known as Montreal Steak Spice) when I was trying a pork recipe. I tried store-bought first…and wasn’t impressed.
Since I already have an entire series dedicated to “Stop Buying, Start Making,” I decided to add this steak seasoning recipe to my repartee. As I was investigating various blends (they’re all very similar), I found Montreal Steak Seasoning running around under the names of ‘Canadian Steak Spice’ and ‘Canadian Steak Seasoning.’
As with all homemade spices, it’s not hard to make. Take the ingredients, dump together, stir. Store in an well-sealed jar.
I’ve also included below multiple ideas on how to use! It’s not just for steaks.
If you’re interested in more homemade seasoning, check out “Cajun Seasoning,” “Apple Pie Spice,” and “Pumpkin Pie Spice.”
As Steak Seasoning:
To use as steak seasoning as a dry rub: rub generously on steak 30 minutes to 2 hours before grilling. Grill as you normally would to your desired level of doneness. Note that the seasoning includes salt.
To use steak seasoning as a marinade: mix 4 tsp. of seasoning with 1/2 cup oil and 1/4 cup soy sauce. Pour over meat and refrigerate for 30 minutes before cooking.
As Pork Seasoning:
There are multiple ways to use this seasoning on pork, but my favorite is “Savory Stuffed Holiday Pork Chops.” I’m not normally a pork chop fan…but these are delicious!
Another way to use Montreal Steak Seasoning is to rub the pork chop and let sit for 30 minutes to 1 hr. Then cook stove-top or bake in oven.
Other Uses for Montreal Steak Seasoning:
A round-up of various dishes that use this seasoning can be found on MTL Blog: “10 Montreal Steak Spice Dishes Your Need to Try.” (I linked the list not the annoying click-through gallery).
It can be mixed into a marinade w/ oil. Pour over vegetables or potatoes and bake in oven.
Epicurious has another article “History of Montreal Steak Seasoning” that includes uses such as on salmon, saute vegetables, and mixing with mustard for sauce on sandwiches.
Montreal Steak Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. salt
- 1 & 1/2 Tbsp. paprika
- 1 Tbsp. garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp. onion powder
- 1 Tbsp. ground coriander
- 1 Tbsp. dill
- 1 Tbsp. red pepper flakes
- 1/2 Tbsp. smoked paprika
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together. Store in air-tight jar.
I like to think I’m not stupid. However, I’ve read through this blog page at least 3 times and scanned it several more looking for the “how to make” part of it or a link to the how to make part, which you initially state you will share. The only thing I can find regarding that portion is this comment, “Take the ingredients, dump together, stir. Store in an well-sealed jar.” You never share the ingredients. It’s quite disappointing. If I’ve somehow missed it in my numerous readings through your “homemade montreal steak seasoning: how to make and where to use” blog post, please please please direct me! Otherwise, I find it quite useless and upsetting as I’ve spent about 15 minutes searching and that’s time I can’t get back :/
No, you are not stupid. In all honesty, I went to check the recipe thinking “what is she talking about!?”. But indeed, WordPress ate the recipe card and it wan’t displaying. I’ve fixed it and it’s now displaying. Thank you, thank you for saying something. Lord knows how many people have looked at that recipe and wondered why the recipe wasn’t showing!