Brisket Rub Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 min

  • Total Time

    6 mins

  • Servings

    12

  • Calories

    53 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

  • Cuisine

    American

Brisket Rub Recipe

This Brisket Rub combines brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, kosher salt, garlic and onion powders, mustard powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne to create a balanced seasoning mix. The rub is designed to enhance the flavor of brisket with a sweet, smoky, and mildly spicy profile.

Description

The Brisket Rub recipe consists of a blend of spices including regular and smoked paprika, brown sugar for sweetness, freshly ground black pepper, kosher salt, and aromatics like garlic and onion powder. Mustard powder adds a subtle sharpness, while cayenne pepper contributes a touch of heat. Mixed together, the rub forms a versatile seasoning to coat brisket before smoking or roasting.

This balanced spice mix brings out complex flavors in the meat while forming a flavorful bark during cooking. The sugar and salt help with caramelization and seasoning depth. The combination of smoked and regular paprika is notable for adding smoky warmth without smoking.

Storing the mixture in an airtight container in a cool, dry place preserves freshness and potency for up to four months. This shelf-life ensures ready access for brisket preparations and similar dishes requiring a smoky, slightly sweet rub.

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Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Mix all of the ingredients together. Stir in an airtight container until ready to use.
  2. Brisket rub keeps for up to 4 months in an airtight container when stored in a cool, dry place.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 53kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Sodium 388mg (16%) Potassium 138mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 2300IU (46%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 53 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 53kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Sodium 388mg 16%
Potassium 138mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 2300IU 46%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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