How to Make Rib Dry Rub - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of tender, juicy, fall-off-the-bone ribs, then you know that a good dry rub is essential. A dry rub not only adds incredible flavor to your ribs, but it also helps to create a delicious crust that seals in the meat's natural juices during the cooking process. And while there are countless dry rub recipes out there, one of the best and most popular options is the classic rib dry rub.

So, what makes a good rib dry rub? Well, it's all about finding the perfect balance of ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup loosely packed dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon coarse kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons mustard powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • Whisk brown sugar in a medium bowl with a fork until texture is consistent and no chunks remain. Remove and discard any hard chunks.
  • Add kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, mustard powder, ginger, cumin, chili powder, paprika, white pepper, celery salt, allspice, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper; mix until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  • Use as desired on beef or pork ribs.
  • Nutrition

    84 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 615mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Potassium: 74mg