How to Make Tennessee Rubdown - A Step-by-Step Guide

Barbecue is a cornerstone of Southern cuisine, and Tennessee is no exception. The state is known for its rich and bold flavors, and the Tennessee Rubdown is a perfect example of that. This spice rub is a quintessential ingredient in traditional Tennessee barbecue, and it adds a delicious and distinctive flavor to meats, particularly ribs and pork shoulder.

The Tennessee Rubdown is a combination of spices that are specifically chosen to complement the natural flavor of the meat while a...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground white pepper
  • 1 ½ tablespoons crushed red pepper
  • 1 ½ tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 cup

  • In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, ground black pepper, paprika, chili powder, ground white pepper, crushed red pepper, salt, and garlic powder.
  • Nutrition

    76 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 2642mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 47mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 261mg