Homemade BBQ Spice Rub for Grilled Meats

Name: Homemade BBQ Spice Rub for Grilled Meats
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 2 tbsp sweet paprika; 1 tbsp onion powder; 1 tbsp salt, sea salt; 0.5 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp oregano; 1 tsp black pepper; 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper; 0.5 tsp coriander seeds

1 servingsmediumamerican

A balanced dry rub blending sweet paprika, onion and garlic powders with warm spices like cumin and oregano. Adjustable heat from cayenne pepper. Mix and store for immediate use on ribs, brisket, chicken, or pulled pork.

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Ingredients

1 servings

2 tbsp sweet paprika
hot paprika1:1spice
adds heat
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1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp salt, sea salt
kosher salt1:1seasoning
similar mineral content
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½ tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp black pepper
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp coriander seeds(optional)
ground coriander0.5:1spice
finer texture
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Instructions

1
Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender
2
Pulse until fully blended
3
Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container for storage

Tips

Tip 1

Increase cayenne pepper for more heat if preferred

Tip 2

Omit coriander seeds if using with those who dislike the flavor

Good to Know

Storage

Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 months

Make Ahead

Mix and store up to 3 months in advance

Common Mistakes

Watch

Do not overprocess to a fine powder if you prefer visible spice specks

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Do not skip the sea salt specification; table salt contains additives that can affect flavor

Substitutions

sweet paprika→

hot paprika1:1spice

adds heat

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sea salt→

kosher salt1:1seasoning