Sweet Savory Tailgating Rub
Elevate your grilling game with this Sweet Savory Tailgating Rub, a harmonious blend of bold spices and a touch of sweetness that’s perfect for your next backyard barbecue or game-day feast. This quick and easy homemade spice rub combines brown sugar, smoky paprika, garlic, cumin, and a hint of cayenne for a flavor profile that’s equal parts smoky, sweet, and spicy. Ideal for ribs, chicken, pork, or steak, this versatile rub transforms any meat into a taste sensation when grilled, smoked, or baked. Ready in just 10 minutes and made with pantry staples, it’s the ultimate seasoning mix for tailgating pros and casual grillers alike. Store it in an airtight container for up to three months, so you're always prepared for flavor-packed meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dry mustard
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, granulated garlic, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and dry mustard.
Stir the ingredients together with a whisk or fork until all the spices are evenly mixed and no lumps remain.
Transfer the prepared rub to an airtight container or mason jar.
Store the rub in a cool, dark place for up to 3 months. Shake or stir before each use to ensure the spices remain evenly distributed.
Generously apply the rub to your choice of meats such as ribs, chicken, pork shoulder, or steak before grilling, smoking, or baking for maximum flavor. Massage the rub into the meat to help it adhere better and enhance every bite!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
254 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.4 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1894 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 724 mg | 15% | |
*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.
