Best 9 Chili Powder Rub Recipes

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In the culinary world, chili powder rub stands as a symphony of flavors, a captivating blend of spices that transforms ordinary dishes into extraordinary culinary masterpieces. Whether you're embarking on a barbecue adventure or elevating your weeknight dinners, this magical rub holds the key to unlocking a world of taste sensations. Join us on a journey to discover the secrets behind the perfect chili powder rub, exploring the diverse selection of spices that come together to create this flavor powerhouse and uncovering the culinary techniques that will make your dishes shine with vibrant taste.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BIG JOHN'S CHILI-RUBBED RIBS



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When my family thinks of summer grilling, it's ribs all the way. Our Asian-inspired recipe is a welcome change from the usual barbecue-sauce versions. -Ginger Sullivan, Cutler Bay, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons chili powder
3 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
6 pounds pork baby back ribs
GLAZE:
1 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot

Steps:

  • Mix the first 6 ingredients; rub over ribs. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes., Wrap rib racks in large pieces of heavy-duty foil; seal tightly. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat until tender, 1 to 1-1/2 hours., In a large saucepan, combine glaze ingredients; cook, uncovered, over medium heat until heated through and sugar is dissolved, 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally., Carefully remove ribs from foil. Place ribs over direct heat; brush with some of the glaze. Grill, covered, over medium heat until browned, 25-30 minutes, turning and brushing ribs occasionally with remaining glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Fat 26g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 1543mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHILI-RUBBED CHICKEN



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A simple rub that adds some heat to grilled chicken. From Barbecue Recipes. The recipe calls for 6 split broilers, but Zaar wouldn't take it that way, so I've changed it to 3 chickens, halved.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
3 whole chickens, each halved

Steps:

  • Mix salt, pepper, paprika, chili powder, cayenne cumin, and coriander.
  • Rinse chicken; pat dry with paper towels, rub spice mixture on all sides of chicken pieces.
  • Let stand 1 to 2 hours.
  • Grill chicken over low to medium fire, turning often, 35 to 45 minutes, until chicken tests done.

SALMON WITH SWEET AND SPICY RUB



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Make and share this Salmon With Sweet and Spicy Rub recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     High Protein

Time 17m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
6 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, skin and any pin bones removed
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Coat your grill or a grill pan with cooking spray and preheat over medium heat. While the grill is heating, combine the brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Brush each salmon fillet with 1/2 teaspoon of the oil, then rub each fillet with about 1/2 tablespoon of the spice mixture.
  • Grill the salmon, flesh side down, until charred, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip the salmon and cook another 5 to 6 minutes for medium doneness. For well done fish, cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Remove to a platter and serve immediately.

BBQ SPICE RUB



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This rub is so simple! It's made with the everyday spices you have in your cupboard. I rub it on everything from chicken to pork to burgers to steak. I keep it in a Ziploc® bag in the freezer. It's always ready to go! Double or triple your ingredients so you always have it on hand.

Provided by Brenda McGrath

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup brown sugar
½ cup paprika
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Mix brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, salt, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Store in an air-tight container or keep in the freezer in a sealable plastic bag.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 888.1 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

CHILI POWDER



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Awesome, simple blend for chili powder. Never buy the commercial stuff again! Store refrigerated in an airtight container.

Provided by Terri

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons oregano
1 ½ teaspoons cumin
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
¾ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk paprika, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 13.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 2.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CHRIS'S RIB RUB



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This is my own recipe. I like experimenting with different ingredients, so this is what i came up with. Its excellent on ribs, but can be used on brisket or pulled pork as well. Enjoy!

Provided by chrishendricks1988

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, ginger, and celery seed in a large bowl; mix with your hands to break up and chunks of brown sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 748.2 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

CHIPOTLE DRY RUB



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This is a delicious dry rub that we use on ribs and sometimes chicken. Rub liberally on baby back ribs, chicken or short ribs, then throw the meat on the grill. You can substitute smoked paprika for regular paprika.

Provided by Kristen

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons ground dried chipotle pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon dry mustard powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon salt

Steps:

  • Mix the brown sugar, ground chipotle, paprika, mustard powder, cumin, and salt together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 874.6 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

CHILI POWDER RUB



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Categories     Herb

Number Of Ingredients 6

4t sweet paprika
2t regular chili powder
2t ancho chili or hot Mexican chili powder
1t ground cumin
1t brown sugar
4t sea salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and store in airtight container. Use to add flavor to grilled, broiled, or baked fish, poultry, or meat.

MEMPHIS DRY RUB



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This is a wonderful and spicy rub that goes great on beef or pork ribs! Put it on ribs lightly to get a nice kick and put it on heavy to get a bold hot dish!

Provided by Nikki Johnson

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup paprika
3 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, white sugar, paprika, salt, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, garlic powder, and chili powder in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 876.8 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chili powder. Not all chili powders are created equal. For the best flavor, look for a chili powder that is made from a blend of different types of chili peppers, such as ancho, guajillo, and cayenne.
  • Use fresh ingredients. The fresher the ingredients, the better the chili powder rub will taste. Use fresh garlic, onion, and cilantro.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a chili powder rub. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and proportions until you find a rub that you love.
  • Let the rub marinate. The longer the rub marinates, the more flavor it will impart to the meat. Ideally, you should marinate the meat for at least 12 hours, but even 30 minutes will make a difference.
  • Cook the meat over low heat. This will help to prevent the rub from burning and will allow the flavors to develop.

Conclusion:

A chili powder rub is a great way to add flavor to your favorite meats. It is easy to make and can be used on a variety of different dishes. Whether you are grilling, roasting, or smoking meat, a chili powder rub will help you create a delicious and memorable meal.

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