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Natural Sea Salt: The Essential Ingredient for Homemade Steak Rubs

Natural Sea Salt for Homemade Steak Rub Recipe

When crafting the perfect homemade steak rub, natural sea salt is an essential ingredient that elevates flavor and enhances the meat’s natural taste. Using unrefined, mineral-rich sea salt ensures your steak rub is not only delicious but also packed with beneficial trace minerals. Below, we explore the best natural sea salt options and a premium steak seasoning blend to help you create a mouthwatering steak rub at home.

Real Salt® Fine Bulk (25 lb.) – The Ideal Everyday Sea Salt

For a finely textured, versatile sea salt, the Real Salt® Fine Bulk is an excellent choice. This unrefined, ancient sea salt is harvested exactly as nature intended, containing over 60 naturally-occurring trace minerals that add depth and complexity to your steak rub.
  • Grain Size: Fine grains perfect for blending into rubs and seasoning blends.
  • Usage: Ideal for seasoning meat, boiling water, baking, and even pickling or fermenting.
  • Purity: Never processed or chemically treated, ensuring a clean, natural flavor.
  • Longevity: Salt never expires and can be stored in the original bag or transferred to a container.
  • Flavor Impact: Adds a balanced salty taste with rich mineral undertones that enhance steak flavor without overpowering.
This fine sea salt is perfect for mixing with herbs and spices to create a custom steak rub that penetrates the meat evenly.

Real Salt Coarse 25 lb Bag – For Bold Texture and Flavor

If you prefer a coarser grain for your steak rub or want to use a grinder for fresh seasoning, the Real Salt Coarse 25 lb Bag is a superb option. Its larger grain size delivers a dramatic salty crunch and robust flavor that works beautifully on steaks.
  • Grain Size: Coarse grains, ideal for grinders or as a finishing salt.
  • Trace Minerals: Contains 60+ naturally-occurring minerals for enhanced taste and health benefits.
  • Versatility: Great for seasoning steaks, seafood, and even unconventional pairings like watermelon or ice cream.
  • Natural Quality: Unrefined and free from additives or chemical treatments.
  • Storage: Long-lasting with natural clumping; easy to store in bulk.
Using coarse sea salt in your steak rub adds texture and a burst of natural saltiness that complements the meat’s juiciness.

Real Salt Wasatch Steak Seasoning – Ready-Made Rub with Natural Sea Salt

For those who want a convenient, expertly crafted steak rub, the Real Salt Wasatch Steak Seasoning is a standout choice. Developed in a chef’s kitchen, this seasoning blend combines unrefined Redmond Kosher Salt with organic spices and grass-fed powdered butter for a rich, peppery-sweet flavor profile.
  • Key Ingredients: Ancient sea salt, organic black pepper, garlic, onion, mustard seed, coriander, rosemary, and more.
  • Flavor Profile: Full-bodied, savory, with a buttery finish that enhances any cut of steak.
  • Versatility: Also excellent on vegetables, side dishes, and snacks.
  • Organic and Clean: Made with carefully sourced organic spices and unrefined salt.
  • Customer Favorite: Highly rated for its ability to make steaks juicy and flavorful without overpowering.
This seasoning is perfect for those who want a hassle-free way to add gourmet flavor to their homemade steak rubs.
“Using natural sea salt in your steak rub not only boosts flavor but also adds essential minerals that support health and well-being. Whether you choose fine or coarse grains, or a ready-made seasoning blend, these products bring authentic, natural taste to your cooking.”
Grilled steak seasoned with natural sea salt and herbs Alt text: Grilled steak seasoned with natural sea salt and fresh herbs on a rustic wooden board

Why Choose Natural Sea Salt for Your Steak Rub?

Natural sea salt like Real Salt is harvested from ancient sea beds and retains over 60 trace minerals, unlike refined table salt which is stripped of these nutrients. These minerals contribute to a richer, more complex flavor that enhances the natural taste of steak. Additionally, natural sea salt is free from additives, chemicals, and anti-caking agents, making it a healthier choice for your homemade rubs.

How to Make a Simple Homemade Steak Rub Using Natural Sea Salt

Basic Recipe:
  • 2 tablespoons Real Salt Fine or Coarse (ground if coarse)
  • 1 tablespoon organic black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or thyme
Mix all ingredients thoroughly and rub generously over your steak before grilling or pan-searing. For an even richer flavor, try the Real Salt Wasatch Steak Seasoning as a ready-made alternative. Homemade steak rub ingredients in bowls Alt text: Bowls of natural sea salt, black pepper, and herbs for homemade steak rub

Summary

For the best homemade steak rub, natural sea salt is a must-have ingredient. Choose from:
  • Real Salt Fine Bulk for a smooth, everyday seasoning salt.
  • Real Salt Coarse for bold texture and flavor.
  • Real Salt Wasatch Steak Seasoning for a convenient, chef-crafted blend.
These natural sea salts and seasoning blends bring authentic flavor, healthful minerals, and a gourmet touch to your steak recipes. Grilled steak with natural sea salt rub served outdoors Alt text: Outdoor grilled steak seasoned with natural sea salt rub, ready to serve
FeatureReal Salt Wasatch Steak SeasoningReal Salt® Fine Bulk (25 lb.)Real Salt Coarse 25 lb Bag
TypeOrganic SeasoningsReal Salt FineReal Salt Coarse
DescriptionBlend of organic spices with grass-fed powdered butter and unrefined Redmond Kosher Salt for savory, peppery-sweet flavor. Great on meat, veggies, sides, and snacks.Unrefined, ancient sea salt with 60+ trace minerals. Fine grain size, perfect for everyday seasoning, baking, boiling water, canning, pickling, fermenting.Unrefined, ancient sea salt with 60+ trace minerals. Coarse grain size, used in grinders, great on pizza, watermelon, papaya, ice cream.
Grain SizeN/A (seasoning blend)FineCoarse
Weight5.05 oz25 lb25 lb
IngredientsAncient sea salt, organic black pepper, garlic, onion, butter powder, mustard seed, white pepper, red pepper, coriander, rosemary leaf, dill weedPure Real Salt (unrefined sea salt)Pure Real Salt (unrefined sea salt)
ContainsDairyNoneNone
UsageSteaks, pot roast, meatloaf, veggies, side dishes, snacksEveryday seasoning, baking, boiling water, canning, pickling, fermentingGrinding for seasoning, pizza, fruit, ice cream, baking seafood
Price$13.49$114.99$114.99
Trace MineralsFrom Real Salt (part of blend)60+ naturally-occurring trace minerals60+ naturally-occurring trace minerals
ProcessingOrganic, clean sourced blendUnrefined, never processed or chemically treatedUnrefined, never processed or chemically treated
Shelf LifeNot specifiedNever expiresNever expires
Reviews Rating4.8 stars (159 reviews)4.9 stars (236 reviews)4.8 stars (35 reviews)
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