Spicy Flat Iron Steak Rub Recipes

FLAT IRON STEAK WITH THREE PEPPER RUB

Steps:

• Stir together the paprika, salt, sugar, chili powder, chipotle powder, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin in a small bowl until blended. Rub the seasoning mix all over the flat iron steaks, then wrap them tightly with plastic wrap. Marinate in the refrigerator 2 to 8 hours (the longer the better).
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil grate.
• Cook the steaks on the preheated grill until cooked to your desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium. Allow the steaks to rest for 5 minutes in a warm location before slicing.

STEAK DRY RUB

Steps:

• Mix kosher salt, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, brown sugar, and cumin together in a sealable container. Seal container and shake to mix.

SPICY FLAT IRON STEAK RUB

Steps:

• Mix the brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ancho chile powder, chipotle chile powder, salt-free seasoning blend, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until thoroughly blended. Sprinkle over both sides of the steak, and rub into the meat. Cover, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 days.
• Before cooking, drizzle steak with vegetable oil, and rub the oil into the meat. Cook as desired.

FLAT-IRON STEAK WITH DRY RUB

Steps:

• Combine first 4 ingredients and stir to mix.
• Rub the mixtue into the steaks to season and drizzle with olive oil.
• Heat a large iron skillet over medium heat for several minutes until hot.
• Put in the steaks and cook 3-4 minutes on one side, turn and cook 2-3 minutes longer for medium rare.
• Let meat rest for 5 minutes then serve.

SMOTHERED FLAT IRON STEAK IN A PARMESAN PEPPER SAUCE

Steps:

• Pour 1/4 cup dressing over steak and seal in a Ziploc bag. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight to marinate.
• Combine sour cream, 2 tbsp of the remaining dressing, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Refrigerate until serving time.
• Heat remaining 2 tbsp dressing and garlic in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add onions; cook until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove onions; set aside.
• Drain steak; discard marinade. Cook steak in same skillet on medium heat 3-4 on each side for medium doneness. Place on cutting board; slice crosswise into thin strips. Serve steak topped with sauce and onions.

SPICY GRILLED STEAKS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Rub about 1 teaspoon of spice mixture over each side of steaks. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°).