Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and stir well to combine. Store in a sealed container for up to a year. Use as much as you would like to cover 2 steaks.
Smoked New York Strip Steak
Remove the steak from the refrigerator and allow to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes or so.
Heat smoker to 250°F. Add in cherry or other fruit wood. Using the Homemade SPG Seasoning, sprinkle all sides of the steak. Place the New York Strips on the grill grate and smoke for 45-60 minutes.
About 7-8 degrees BELOW the internal temperature you would like your steak cooked, remove the steak from the smoker and set up the the grill for DIRECT HEAT to REVERSE SEAR the steak. This will help with the beautiful hash marks and the crust on the exterior of the steak. Cook the steak on DIRECT HEAT for 2 minutes each side and remove from heat.
Medium rare: 130°F-135°F, Medium: 140°F-145°F, Medium Well: 145°F-150°F, Well Done: 155°F-160°F.