All Purpose Barbecue Rub
Transform your grilling game with this bold and versatile All Purpose Barbecue Rub! Packed with the perfect harmony of smoky paprika, sweet brown sugar, and a kick of cayenne, this quick and easy spice blend is your go-to seasoning for meats, vegetables, and more. Ready in just 5 minutes, this homemade BBQ rub combines pantry staples like garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder with savory hints of ground mustard and cumin for a deeply layered flavor profile. Ideal for grilling, smoking, or roasting, this rub ensures a mouthwatering caramelized crust every time. Store it in an airtight container for up to 3 months, and enjoy the ultimate seasoning secret for your next backyard barbecue or weeknight dinner! Keywords: barbecue rub recipe, homemade BBQ rub, all-purpose spice blend, grilling seasoning mix.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Paprika
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1.5 tablespoons Garlic powder
- 1.5 tablespoons Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the paprika, brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, and ground mustard.
Whisk the ingredients together until evenly blended. Make sure there are no clumps of brown sugar for a uniform rub.
Transfer the rub into an airtight container, such as a mason jar or resealable plastic bag. Store in a cool, dark place; it will keep fresh for up to 3 months.
Use the rub generously on your choice of protein or vegetables before grilling, roasting, or smoking. Rub it into the surface of the food to help the flavors penetrate.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.0 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3730 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1133 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
