Kittencal's Dry Rub for Pork Ribs Roasts or Chops

Elevate your pork dishes with Kittencal's Dry Rub—your ultimate flavor booster for ribs, roasts, or chops. This quick and easy blend combines the natural sweetness of brown sugar with the smoky warmth of paprika, the bold kick of cayenne, and the savory depth of garlic and onion powders. Infused with hints of ground mustard, chili powder, and cumin, this seasoning creates a perfectly balanced, mouthwatering crust when grilled, roasted, or smoked. Ready in just 10 minutes and ideal for marinating overnight, this versatile dry rub transforms ordinary pork into a show-stopping centerpiece. Perfect for BBQs, family dinners, or meal preps, it's your go-to recipe for bold, savory pork perfection!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon ground mustard
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until they are fully combined and no lumps remain.

Step 3

Pat the pork ribs, roast, or chops dry with a paper towel to ensure the rub adheres well.

Step 4

Generously coat the pork with the dry rub on all sides, pressing the spices into the meat to create a thick, even layer.

Step 5

For best results, wrap the seasoned pork tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.

Step 6

Remove the pork from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking.

Step 7

Cook the seasoned pork using your preferred method (grilling, roasting, or smoking) until it reaches the desired temperature.

Step 8

Serve and enjoy your perfectly seasoned and flavorful pork!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(86.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	233.9

Total Fat 2.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7203.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 28.0g
Protein 5.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 129.3mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 587.7mg	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: 9.8%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 82.5%