Copycat Kinder's Butcher's Burger Blend
This Copycat Kinder’s Butcher’s Burger Blend is bold, pepper-forward, and packed with savory garlic for a clean, steakhouse-style finish. Perfect for burgers, steaks, roasts, and veggies, this pantry-friendly seasoning delivers big flavor with simple, familiar ingredients.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup coarse cracked black pepper
- 3 tablespoons granulated garlic
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated onion
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- ½ teaspoon paprika background balance
- ½ teaspoon citric acid
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Stir very thoroughly (citric acid must be evenly dispersed).
- Funnel into a half-pint mason jar.
- Seal and shake before each use.
🍔 How to Use
- Burgers: 1–1½ tsp per lb ground beef
- Steaks: Season generously on both sides
- Roasts: Rub with oil, then coat
- Veggies: Toss with olive oil + light sprinkle
- Fries: Season immediately after cooking
Servings
- 16–24 servings for burgers(using about 1–1½ teaspoons per pound of meat)20–30+ uses for steaks, veggies, fries, or roasted potatoes(lighter sprinkle applications)
Notes
Shelf Life
12 months
Store airtight, cool, and dry
Citric acid also helps preserve flavor over time
🔁 Customization Notes
More tang: increase citric acid to ¾ tsp max
Less tang: reduce to ¼ tsp
Low sodium: reduce salt by 1 tbsp (do not remove completely — citric acid needs salt to balance)