Kim's Barbecue and Smoking Rub

Amp up your barbecue game with "Kim's Barbecue and Smoking Rub," a bold, flavor-packed blend perfect for grilling, smoking, or roasting your favorite meats. This easy-to-make rub combines the sweetness of brown sugar with the smoky depth of paprika, the savory kick of garlic and onion powder, and a hint of heat from cayenne pepper. Customizable to suit your taste, this versatile rub takes just 10 minutes to prepare and works wonders on ribs, brisket, chicken, or pork. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or perfecting your smoked creations, this homemade rub ensures every bite bursts with balanced, smoky-sweet goodness. Store it in an airtight container for up to six months and elevate your dishes every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Paprika (preferably smoked paprika for extra flavor)
• 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dry mustard

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, and dry mustard.

Step 2

Using a whisk or fork, thoroughly mix the ingredients until they are fully combined and evenly distributed.

Step 3

Taste the rub with a pinch to ensure the seasoning balance is to your preference. Adjust if needed by adding more salt, spice, or sweetness.

Step 4

Transfer the rub to an airtight container, such as a mason jar, and store in a cool, dry place. It can be stored for up to 6 months.

Step 5

To use, generously apply the rub to your choice of meat (ribs, brisket, pork shoulder, chicken, etc.) at least 1 hour before cooking. For more intense flavor, apply the rub and let it marinate overnight in the refrigerator.

Step 6

This rub is great for smoking, grilling, or roasting. Apply additional rub as necessary during the cooking process for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(199.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	701.7

Total Fat 4.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3614.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 142.5g
Protein 6.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 296.0mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 859.0mg	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: 5.9%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 90.6%