Dry Barbecue Rub

Transform your barbecue game with this bold and versatile Dry Barbecue Rub—a flavor-packed blend of pantry staples that will elevate any grilled, smoked, or baked dish. This quick and easy recipe combines the smokiness of paprika, the subtle sweetness of brown sugar, and the earthy depth of cumin, garlic, and onion powders, rounded out with a kick of cayenne and a hint of dried thyme and mustard. Ready in just 5 minutes, this all-purpose dry rub is perfect for seasoning juicy ribs, chicken, pork, or even roasted vegetables. Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or a home cook looking to wow your guests, this homemade barbecue spice mix is an essential addition to your spice rack. Bonus: It stores perfectly in an airtight container for up to six months, so you'll always have robust, mouthwatering flavor at your fingertips!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Cumin
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried mustard
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme

Directions

Step 1

Gather all the ingredients and measure them precisely.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried mustard, and dried thyme.

Step 3

Use a whisk or fork to mix the spices thoroughly until evenly combined and no clumps remain.

Step 4

Transfer the dry rub to an airtight container or jar with a tight-fitting lid for storage.

Step 5

Use the rub by massaging it generously onto meats like ribs, chicken, pork, or vegetables before grilling, smoking, or baking. Apply and let the rub sit on the meat for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.

Step 6

Store unused rub in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(134.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	328.6

Total Fat 6.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 14213.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 37.9g
Protein 8.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 254.8mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 1020.8mg	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: 14.2%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 76.7%