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Homemade Sweet and Smoky Pork Rib Rub

Sweet and Smoky Pork Rib Rub

This is the only rub you'll need for ribs — sweet brown sugar, a kiss of heat, and just enough smoke to make the neighbors nosy. Mix it once, keep it in the pantry, and use it on ribs, chicken, pork chops, or anything else that could use a little sweet heat.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Course: Seasoning
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp coarse kosher salt regular table salt works fine too, use a little less since it's finer
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground mustard
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Add all the ingredients to a medium bowl or container.
  2. Mix thoroughly with a fork or whisk until fully combined, breaking up any clumps of brown sugar.
  3. Store in an airtight container or jar for up to 3 months, or use right away to season your ribs before smoking or grilling.

Notes

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