How To Create Your Own Dry Rub

A dry rub can make or break your barbecue. If the rub is off, the flavor of the meat will be off as well. A little too spicy, a little too salty or a little too sweet and you’re in trouble. Fortunately, it’s easy to create your own dry rub concoction that will be perfectly suited to your individual tastes.
There is a wide assortment of spices and seasonings that are suited to a dry rub. A little experimentation might be in order before you hit upon just the right combination, but the effort will be so worthwhile once you find that perfect mixture. Here are some of the spices and seasonings you may want to consider adding to your own dry rub:

• Salt
• Pepper (black and/or white)
• Paprika
• Cumin
• Chili powder
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Cayenne pepper
• Ground dry mustard
• Cayenne pepper
• Oregano
• Parsley
• Granulated Sugar
• Brown sugar

Start small as you prepare your dry rub and sample the mixture on just a small steak, pork chop or chicken breast before making a large batch. Also, be sure to take notes as you work so that you remember the spices you used and their amounts. Although mixing together a spice rub isn’t an exact science, you should try to stick with the same proportions each time.
Most importantly, have fun experimenting. Before you know it, you just might hit upon the next TOP SECRET dry rub recipe.
By: admin - February 19th, 2011  Filed under: Barbecue Rubs, BBQ Methods, BBQ Recipes