Basic American Barbecue Rub

9 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup sweet paprika
  • 3 tablespoons black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons coarse salt
  • 1 tablespoon hickory smoke salt or 1 tablespoon more coarse salt
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons celery seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir to mix.
  2. 2
    (Actually, your hands work better for mixing than a spoon or whisk does. Use your fingers to break up any lumps of brown sugar.) Store the rub in an airtight jar away from heat or light; it will keep for at least 6 months.
  3. 3
    Use 2 to 3 teaspoons per pound of meat.
  4. 4
    A 4-pound chicken will take 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons.
  5. 5
    To make a spicier rub, substitute hot paprika for some or all of the sweet paprika.

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