The Best Dry Rub for Ribs

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The Best Dry Rub for Ribs

This dry rub combines paprika, dark brown sugar, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, mustard powder, celery salt, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper to create a balanced seasoning mix. It's designed to add a sweet, smoky, and mildly spicy flavor to ribs or roasts, enhancing the meat's natural taste. The rub should be applied generously and allowed to marinate for several hours before cooking.

Description

The Best Dry Rub for Ribs blends sweet, smoky, and spicy elements with a combination of onion and garlic flavors, including paprika and dark brown sugar for sweetness and color. Black pepper and chili powder add heat and depth, while mustard powder and celery salt contribute subtle tanginess and complexity. Cayenne pepper provides an adjustable kick depending on personal tolerance.

Mixing all ingredients thoroughly ensures an even distribution of flavors. Applying generously to ribs or meat and refrigerating for 4 to 48 hours allows the seasonings to penetrate the surface, enhancing the final cooked flavor. This rub adds a flavorful crust when grilled, baked, or smoked.

The rub can be stored in an airtight container for up to six months, ready to season ribs or roasts as desired. It provides a versatile seasoning base for barbecue dishes.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • ¼ cup paprika sweet
  • 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons mustard powder dry
  • 2 teaspoons celery salt
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Add all of the ingredients to a bowl and whisk until combined. Rub generously into ribs or roasts and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 48 hours.
  2. Store the rub in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
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