Flat Iron Steak Coated in Three Pepper Rub

Step 1

Mix together the paprika, salt, sugar, chili powder, chipotle powder, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin in a small bowl until everything is well combined. Rub this spice mix all over the steaks, making sure they’re nicely coated. Wrap the steaks tightly in plastic wrap and pop them in the fridge to marinate for at least 2 hours — but if you can leave them longer, even better. When you’re ready to cook, heat up your grill to medium-high and brush the grates lightly with oil to prevent sticking. Grill the steaks for about 4 minutes on each side for a nice medium doneness, adjusting the time if you like it more or less cooked. Once done, let the steaks rest somewhere warm for about 5 minutes before slicing—this helps keep them juicy.