Smokey J's Rib Rub

Transform your barbecue game with "Smokey J's Rib Rub," a bold and flavorful blend designed to give your ribs the ultimate smoky, savory kick. Featuring the natural sweetness of brown sugar perfectly balanced with the smoky depth of paprika, a touch of heat from cayenne, and aromatic hints of garlic, cumin, and thyme, this homemade dry rub is a must-have for grilling enthusiasts. Easy to whip up in just 10 minutes, this versatile seasoning blend pairs beautifully with ribs, but also works wonders on chicken, pork, or even roasted vegetables. Store it in an airtight container to keep it fresh, and let it infuse your meats with rich flavor by applying it generously before cooking. Whether you're smoking, grilling, or roasting, Smokey J's Rib Rub is your ticket to irresistible barbecue flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 2

Add the cayenne pepper, chili powder, ground mustard, ground cumin, and dried thyme to the bowl.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Taste the rub to ensure the seasoning balance meets your preferences. Adjust salt, sugar, or spice levels as needed.

Step 5

Transfer the rib rub to an airtight container or mason jar to ensure it stays fresh.

Step 6

To use, generously apply the rib rub to both sides of your ribs, pressing it into the meat for maximum flavor. Allow the ribs to rest for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight in the refrigerator) to let the flavors penetrate.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(197.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	695.2

Total Fat 3.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1967.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 142.5g
Protein 4.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246.8mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 778.0mg	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: 3.9%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 93.4%