Memphis Spice Rub

Elevate your barbecue game with this bold and flavorful Memphis Spice Rub—a deliciously versatile blend of paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, and a touch of cayenne for heat. Perfectly balanced with savory garlic and onion powders, earthy cumin, and a hint of ground mustard, this dry rub brings authentic Memphis-style BBQ flavor straight to your kitchen. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the ultimate seasoning for ribs, pork shoulder, chicken, or even grilled vegetables. Customize the heat or sweetness to suit your palate, and store it for up to six months for endless backyard cookout inspiration. Whether you're smoking, grilling, or roasting, this Memphis Spice Rub guarantees a robust, smoky kick in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoons Coarse kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine all the spices: paprika, brown sugar, kosher salt, chili powder, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, ground mustard, and cayenne pepper.

Step 2

Using a whisk or fork, stir the spices until they are thoroughly blended and no clumps remain.

Step 3

Taste a small pinch of the rub and adjust for your preferred spice level or sweetness by adding more cayenne pepper or brown sugar, respectively.

Step 4

Transfer the spice rub to an airtight container or jar. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.

Step 5

To use, generously coat your choice of meat (ribs, pork shoulder, chicken, etc.) with the spice rub, pressing it gently into the surface. For best results, let the meat sit with the rub applied for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator, before cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	123.6 grams (123.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	300

Total Fat 5.50g	7%
Saturated Fat 0.90g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 11824mg	514%
Total Carbohydrate 65.50g	24%
Dietary Fiber 17.40g	62%
Total Sugars 27.70g
Protein 8.10g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204mg	16%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1022mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.4%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 76.2%