Kansas City Rib Rub
Kansas City Rib Rub is a sweet, smoky, and flavorful dry seasoning blend made with brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, garlic, onion, and warm spices. It's perfect for coating ribs, pork, chicken, or beef before grilling, smoking, or roasting.
Equipment
- airtight container
- Measuring spoons
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Combine the brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, dry mustard, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Stir until the spices are evenly blended.
- Transfer the rib rub to an airtight container.
- Store in a cool, dry place until ready to use.
- Rub generously over ribs, pork, chicken, or beef at least 30 minutes before cooking for the best flavor.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Massage the rub generously into the meat to help the flavors penetrate before cooking. Let the seasoned meat rest for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for an even deeper flavor. This versatile spice blend also works well on chicken, pork chops, burgers, and roasted vegetables. Store the rub in an airtight container away from heat and sunlight for maximum freshness.Wine Advice
A smooth Merlot complements the sweet and smoky flavors beautifully. For bold barbecue dishes, enjoy a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon alongside your ribs.Nutrition values
Calories: 30 kcal | Carbohydrates: 7 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 0.5 g | Sodium: 390 mg | Sugar: 5 g