The Original 2-in-1 Seasoning & Tenderizer

Five generations of family restaurant and catering — the same legendary blend our kitchen has relied on for decades.

Kalmes Famous Deluxe Steak Seasoning and Tenderizer jars in three sizes displayed outdoors

Kalmes Famous Deluxe Steak Seasoning and Tenderizer large jar in front of steaks on a grill

Restaurant-proven — the same formula used in the Kalmes family kitchen for five generations

Kalmes Famous 32oz seasoning jar in front of raw steaks on a grill

Kalmes Famous 5.5oz seasoning bottle on flat top grill with raw steaks

Kalmes Famous seasoning jar in front of a full tray of steaks being seasoned

One Shake. Two Jobs Done.

Most seasonings just add flavor. Ours tenderizes at the same time — breaking down tough muscle fibers while infusing deep, savory taste. No extra steps. No extra products. No marinade needed.

Perfect For

Steak & beef cuts — ribeye, sirloin, flank, cube steak, and brisket
Pork — pork chops, ribs, pork shoulder, and tenderloin
Wild game & venison — tenderizes tough cuts that other seasonings can’t handle
Chicken & poultry — breasts, thighs, drumsticks, and whole birds
Seafood — fish fillets and shrimp with a lighter application
Burgers — mix into the patty or season the outside before grilling

Versatile Cooking Methods

Grilling — apply generously, rest 15–30 minutes, grill over high heat for a bold caramelized crust
Pan searing — delivers a deeply seasoned sear with rich surface flavor on any stovetop
Oven roasting — works on whole birds, roasts, and sheet-pan meals at any temperature
Broiling — high-heat broiling locks in the spice crust for steakhouse-style results at home
Dry rub BBQ — apply the night before and rest uncovered in the fridge for maximum bark

Texture & Performance

Fork-tender results on tough cuts — natural enzymes penetrate deep without pounding or marinating
Bold, savory crust that caramelizes on the grill or in the pan for restaurant-style surface flavor
Works in as little as 15 minutes — or overnight for brisket, chuck roast, and pork shoulder
One product replaces a separate tenderizer and seasoning — fewer steps, better results

A Five-Generation Family Recipe

Since Peter Kalmes opened his bar in St. Donatus, Iowa, bold flavor has been the Kalmes family standard. Five generations later, our family restaurant and catering (est. 1980s) — voted Best Catering Business 22 consecutive years across Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin — still relies on this same blend. Now you can bring it home.

“The only seasoning I’ve used for 30 years. It does everything.”