Ernesto Cervantes' Texas Badlands Steak Rub

Ernesto Cervantes' Texas Badlands Steak Rub brings heat and spice to your grilling. A balance of sweet, bitter, sour, salty and spicy flavors make this a versatile steak seasoning. Ernesto Cervantes' Texas Badlands Steak Rub is an original, all-natural seasoning blend made in Texas. It's perfect for grilling, roasting and barbecuing beef, poultry and pork.

  • ½ cup of brown sugar
  • ¼ cup of sugar in the raw
  • 2 table spoons of dark chili powder
  • 2 table spoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon of Mexican oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dry ancho powder
  • 2 tablespoons of dry mustard
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle powder
  • 2 tablespoons of granulated garlic powder


Pour all ingredients in a mixing bowl and blend together. Sprinkle liberally on both sides of your preferred cut of meat. This makes enough to season 6-8 individual steaks. Store seasoning in room temperature in an airtight container.