Essential Dry Rub for Ribs
Transform your ribs into a flavor-packed masterpiece with this Essential Dry Rub! This quick and easy blend of pantry staples combines the sweetness of brown sugar with the earthy richness of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powders, while a kick of cayenne pepper and chili powder adds a subtle, spicy heat. Ready in just minutes, this versatile dry rub brings out the best in your ribs—whether you're grilling, smoking, or baking—and can be customized to suit your preferred spice level. Massage it generously into your ribs and let it sit for an hour or overnight to lock in the bold, smoky-sweet flavors. Perfect for summer BBQs or cozy indoor feasts, this dry rub is the secret to tender, restaurant-quality ribs right at home. Keywords: dry rub for ribs, BBQ seasoning, smoky rib rub, sweet and spicy rub recipe.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
Directions
Step 1
In a small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
Step 2
Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and there are no clumps.
Step 3
If desired, taste a pinch of the dry rub mixture and make adjustments to suit your flavor preferences (e.g., add more brown sugar for sweetness or more cayenne for heat).
Step 4
Pat your ribs dry with a paper towel and apply a generous amount of the dry rub to both sides of the ribs.
Step 5
Massage the rub into the meat to ensure it adheres well and enhances the flavor.
Step 6
Cover the ribs with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
Step 7
Use this dry rub as a seasoning base before grilling, smoking, or baking your ribs.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 48.1 grams (48.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 138 |
| Total Fat 1.40g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.30g | 2% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1832mg | 80% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.60g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.20g | 22% |
| Total Sugars 18.40g | |
| Protein 2.70g | 5% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 79mg | 6% |
| Iron 4mg | 24% |
| Potassium 345mg | 7% |
Source of Calories