Best Dry Rub for Ribs
This dry rub for ribs will amplify the flavor on any rack of ribs you cook. I’ve packed classic BBQ flavors into my rib rub recipe so you get finger-licking results!
Prep: 5min
Total: 5min
Yield: 10
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 26 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 0.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Saturated Fat 0.02 g, Sodium 584 mg, Fiber 0.4 g, Sugar 5 g, unSaturated Fat 0.2 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon celery salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instruction:
- Make the rub. Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Use a fork to crush any clumps of sugar or seasonings.
- Use or store. Store in an airtight container for up to a month.
Rib Rub
Our flavor-packed Rib Rub Recipe is a mix of sweet, spicy, and earth flavors for the perfect balance you want in a dry rub for ribs!
Prep: 5min
Total: 5min
Yield: 1
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 809 kcal, Carbohydrate 200 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 4745 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 163 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- ¾ cup brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons creole seasoning
- 3 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt (preferably Himalayan sea salt)
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
Instruction:
- Add packed brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, Creole seasoning, black pepper, paprika, sea salt, cumin, chili powder, and mustard powder to a bowl.
- Mix ingredients together until fully combined.
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FAQ
How long should rub be on ribs before cooking?
What do you rub on your ribs?
- Brown sugar.
- Paprika.
- Chili powder.
- Granulated garlic.
- Granulated onion.
- Black pepper.
- White pepper.
- Cayenne.
Do you oil ribs before dry rub?
What is the secret to moist ribs?
A simple rib spritz is equal parts apple cider vinegar and apple juice or water. So for one cup of apple juice you add one cup of apple cider vinegar. The added moisture to the cooking chamber really helps with color on the smoked ribs and keeping the texture moist.