Memphis Spice Rub
Elevate your barbecue game with this bold and flavorful Memphis Spice Rub—a deliciously versatile blend of paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, and a touch of cayenne for heat. Perfectly balanced with savory garlic and onion powders, earthy cumin, and a hint of ground mustard, this dry rub brings authentic Memphis-style BBQ flavor straight to your kitchen. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the ultimate seasoning for ribs, pork shoulder, chicken, or even grilled vegetables. Customize the heat or sweetness to suit your palate, and store it for up to six months for endless backyard cookout inspiration. Whether you're smoking, grilling, or roasting, this Memphis Spice Rub guarantees a robust, smoky kick in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons Coarse kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine all the spices: paprika, brown sugar, kosher salt, chili powder, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, ground mustard, and cayenne pepper.
Using a whisk or fork, stir the spices until they are thoroughly blended and no clumps remain.
Taste a small pinch of the rub and adjust for your preferred spice level or sweetness by adding more cayenne pepper or brown sugar, respectively.
Transfer the spice rub to an airtight container or jar. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
To use, generously coat your choice of meat (ribs, pork shoulder, chicken, etc.) with the spice rub, pressing it gently into the surface. For best results, let the meat sit with the rub applied for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator, before cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 5.5 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11824 mg | 514% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1022 mg | 22% | |
*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.
