• 4tablespoons coarse salt
• 2tablespoons white or brown sugar (optional)
• 2tablespoons coriander seeds
• 1tablespoon black peppercorns
• 1tablespoon paprika or 2 teaspoons paprika plus 1 teaspoon cayenne
• 1tablespoon garlic flakes or powder
• 1tablespoon onion powder
• 1tablespoon dried thyme
• 4 to 6T-bone steaks, about 1½ inches thick

PREPARATION

1. Step 1

   Make the braai spice: In a grinder or mortar and pestle, grind all the seasonings and herbs until fine.

2. Step 2

   Rub steaks with the braai spice and set aside in refrigerator for 1 to 4 hours. Bring to room temperature before grilling.

3. Step 3

   Heat a grill until screaming hot. Place steaks on the grill and cook, turning every 2 minutes or so, until crusty outside and medium-rare inside, 120 to 125 degrees. Let rest 10 minutes and slice across the grain for serving.

Source: cooking.nytimes.com