Last Updated October 12th, 2021 at 10:02 am by Lisa
Grill and BBQ Rub is an easy spice mix and seasoning to make at home. Use as a rib rub, steak rub, dry rub for chicken, or dry rub for pork.
Use up extra spices you probably have on hand, and package this rub in a jar, with a cute tag and a spoon, it makes a great homemade food gift.
You can use this in so many ways, try it on pulled pork, tri-tip steak, grilled hamburgers, corn on the cob, and even popcorn. Make a jar and enjoy this seasoning in your cooking, it is so good...
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This Rub Is Amazing
- Store purchased spice rubs can be a bit too salty, or smoky...this is perfectly balanced.
- You can use up extra spices that might otherwise be thrown out or expire.
- ZERO preservatives!
- Makes a wonderful hostess or holiday gift, you can personalize your gift tags or label with a cute container and a small wooden spoon.
- Use this BBQ rub on so many things, it is my "go-to" grill and BBQ seasoning.
- The taste of this stuff is just perfectly balanced and it gives a nice color to the grilled meats and veggies.
You Will Need
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup paprika
- 3 tablespoons cracked black pepper
- 3 tablespoons sea salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons celery seeds
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Let's Make It
- Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir to mix using a small whisk to evenly combine.
- Store in an airtight jar out of light and heat. It will keep for at least 3 months.
Homemade Food Gift Tips
A few years ago, I gave this Homemade Grill & BBQ Dry Rub as my Christmas gift to friends and family.
With a tight budget that year, I ordered inexpensive little glass shaker spice jars and ordered labels off the internet. Everyone raved about their gourmet food gift that year!
Try this dry rub on grilled or smoked baby back ribs, pork tenderloin, or even pork chops. It works great as a dry rub for chicken, then brush BBQ sauce on the last 5 minutes of grilling.
Use as a steak rub for tri-tip, flank steak, or rib eyes.
It's a perfect beef BBQ rub too. It's especially good on
tri-tip, ribs, burgers, and steaks.
FREEZER TIP:
Buy meat on sale, make portions ready to grill, sprinkle rub on pieces, and freeze in zip lock bags or with a FoodSaver. When ready to use, defrost overnight in the fridge, and throw on the grill!
A mixture of various seasonings and spices, that are rubbed on a cut of meat before grilling or smoked in a BBQ.
BBQ Rubs or Dry Rubs as they are called, are used to add deep flavor and color to the meat as it cooks. There are many recipes for rubs, and some specific to a cut or type of meat like pork, beef, lamb, or chicken.
Mix Into Burgers!
And it makes the BEST grilled hamburgers. Simply mix into the ground beef, add some Worcestershire sauce, and grill!
But the recipe for the best BBQ rub dry rub EVER is this Pork Loin Pulled Pork: Oven Roasted use this rub on a pork loin to make pulled pork in the oven.
Corn on the Cob -rub a stick of butter on each clean ear of corn and sprinkle on the BBQ rub, wrap in foil set on the grill, rotate until cooked about 15 minutes.
Add to Hot Buttered Popcorn...yes that's what I said, it's great!
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Grill and BBQ Rub (Dry Rub)
Equipment
Ingredients
Grill and BBQ Rub
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup paprika
- 3 tablespoons cracked black pepper
- 3 tablespoons sea salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon pepper
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons celery seeds
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir to mix using a small whisk to evenly combine.
- Store in an airtight jar out of light and heat. It will keep for at least 3 months.
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This rub was so good! I used it on a pork shoulder and it was amazing.
Oh my goodness, this rub was AMAZING on ribs and salmon we made on the grill. Such a great staple to keep in your pantry. So easy to make and so much better than the store bought ones. LOVING the pics too Lisa!! Such a beautiful post!
I love having a jar of this rub on hand. It is truly excellent on burgers and veggies, and yes -- popcorn! I am addicted to popcorn and thanks to your idea I am enjoying sprinkling this on for some flavor! Perfect with a beer!