All-Purpose BBQ Seasoning Rub
Sweet and smoky homemade barbecue seasoning made with nine simple ingredients like smoked paprika, brown sugar, and garlic powder. Ready in 5 minutes, this all-purpose dry rub is perfect for beef, pork, chicken, or turkey on the grill or smoker.
Servings: 12 tablespoons
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 ½ teaspoons black pepper
- ¾ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Use about 1 to 1½ tablespoons of seasoning per pound of meat. Season all sides, then let rest for at least 1 hour, or refrigerate overnight.
Notes
- For turkey rub: add 1 teaspoon dried poultry seasoning.
- Will keep several months if stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
- Makes enough to season about 8 pounds of meat.
