Cajun Spicy Barbecue Rub

Elevate your grilling game with this bold and flavorful Cajun Spicy Barbecue Rub! Perfectly balancing smoky, sweet, and spicy notes, this homemade seasoning blend features a medley of pantry staples like smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and brown sugar, with aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme for an irresistible depth of flavor. Designed to add a fiery Cajun flair to everything from chicken and pork to beef and seafood, this quick and easy rub comes together in just 5 minutes and stores beautifully for up to six months. Whether you're firing up the grill or experimenting with your oven or smoker, this versatile rub guarantees mouthwatering results every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients: paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, white pepper, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and brown sugar.

Step 2

Use a whisk or fork to thoroughly mix the ingredients, ensuring an even distribution of spices.

Step 3

Transfer the rub to an airtight container, such as a spice jar or glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, to keep it fresh.

Step 4

Store the rub in a cool, dry place for up to six months.

Step 5

To use, generously coat your choice of meat (chicken, pork, beef, or seafood) with the rub, pressing it into the surface to help it adhere. Let the seasoned meat rest for 15-30 minutes before cooking for maximum flavor infusion.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(84.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	248.5

Total Fat 4.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3671.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 20.3g
Protein 7.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 211.2mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 873.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.9%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 75.5%