BBQ without a good rub is like riding your car without a windshield, it’s not essential .. but not enjoyable either.
You can buy commercially available rubs in a store nearby. But if you want a better rub, you have to go to a specialized BBQ store (usually not nearby) -or- you just create one yourself. This is a basic recipe for a BBQ rub that I mostly use for pork (spareribs, pulled pork, pork belly burnt ends, etc..). It’s got a good kick (from the pepper) and is sweet at the same time. If you really like some spicy flavors you are free to add some cayenne- or chili pepers
BBQ Rub ingredients
| 125 grams of rock or kosher salt (no fine table salt) |
| 125 grams of brown sugar |
| 60 grams of black (crushed) pepper |
| 15 grams of smoked paprika powder (sweet) |
| 10 grams of paprika powder (mild) |
| 15 grams of granulated garlic powder |
| 15 grams of onion powder |
| 10 grams of mustard powder |
| 5 grams of cumin powder |
| 30 grams of oregano |
| 15 grams of parsley |
Mix all ingredients together in a shaker and and you are ready. As long as you put the rub somewhere dark and dry, you can store it for several months.
