Mouthwatering Memphis Rub
In Memphis, the rub is considered the most important ingredient aside from the meat. Often ribs are served with only a rub and without sauce. This means that the barbecue rub has to provide all the flavor to make Memphis-style barbecue. This rub starts with a generous portion of paprika and then builds a slightly spicy but definitely savory profile to help you make the most of your barbecue. Our Memphis rub is particularly good on ribs, but it can be used on any smoked meats. You can also use it for ribs prepared on the grill or in the oven.
$6–$10 depending on spice quality
Equipment
- Medium Mixing Bowl – For combining spices.
- Whisk or Spoon: – To mix spices evenly.
- Airtight Container or Spice Jar: – For storage.
- Measuring Cups & Spoons – For accurate ratios.
Ingredients
- ½ cup paprika
- ¼ cup garlic powder
- ¼ cup mild chili powder
- 3 tablespoons salt
- 3 tbsps black pepper
- 2 tbsps onion powder
- 2 tbsps celery seeds
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 2 tsps dry mustard
- 2 tsps ground coriander
- 2 tsps ground allspice
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients.
- In a medium bowl, mix together all of the ingredients—paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, pepper, onion powder, celery seeds, brown sugar, oregano, thyme, cumin, dry mustard, coriander, and allspice—until well combined.
- Store in an airtight container until ready to use.
Notes
- In a medium bowl, mix together all of the ingredients—paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, pepper, onion powder, celery seeds, brown sugar, oregano, thyme, cumin, dry mustard, coriander, and allspice—until well-combined.
- Store in an airtight container until ready to use.
Nutrition
Calories: 38kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 1316mgPotassium: 173mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1685IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 2mg
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