KANSAS CITY SWEET AND SMOKY BARBECUE RUB

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Sweet rather than salty, flavorful rather than fiery, this seasoning mix contains mustard in the style of a Memphis rub and chili powder in the style of Texas.

Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     Grill/Barbecue     Spice     Paprika     Ginger     Kansas City     Kansas

Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup sweet or smoked paprika
1/4 cup seasoned salt, preferably Basic Seasoned Salt, or a good commercial brand, such as Lawry's
1/4 cup homemade smoked salt, or use a good commercial brand
1/4 cup onion salt
1/4 cup celery salt
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons pure chile powder (not a blend)
2 teaspoons mustard powder
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and stir or whisk to mix. Transfer to a large jar, cover, and store away from heat and light. The rub will keep for several weeks.

Watan DMP
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I love this rub! It's so versatile. I've used it on chicken, pork, and beef and it's always delicious.


Daniella Santos
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This rub is delicious! I used it on ribs and they were the best ribs I've ever had.


Ms. Amazonian
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I'm so glad I found this rub! It's the perfect way to add some extra flavor to my grilled meats.


Thag prasad Gaihre
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This rub is a game-changer! I used to dread making barbecue, but now it's one of my favorite things to cook. This rub makes the meat so tender and flavorful.


Renesha Sampson
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I've tried many different barbecue rubs, but this one is by far the best. It's got the perfect balance of flavors and it's so easy to use.


shah zillay
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This is my favorite barbecue rub. It's the perfect blend of sweet and smoky. I always get compliments when I use it.


Raja Rafey
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I love this rub! It's so easy to make and it adds so much flavor to meat. I've used it on chicken, pork, and beef and it's always delicious.


Tommy Powell
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This rub is amazing! I used it on chicken and it was so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be using this rub again.


Madzandza Dlamini
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I've been using this rub for years and it never disappoints. It's the perfect way to add some extra flavor to my grilled meats.


Aneeb Sadiq
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This is the best barbecue rub I've ever used. It's so easy to make and it adds so much flavor to the meat.


James Ofindo
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I love this rub! It's so versatile. I've used it on chicken, pork, and beef and it's always delicious.


Tshidi Mehlape
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This rub is delicious! I used it on ribs and they were the best ribs I've ever had.


sumar khan
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I'm so glad I found this rub! It's the perfect way to add some extra flavor to my grilled meats.


Muhammad Naveed Tanha Dil
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This rub is a game-changer! I used to dread making barbecue, but now it's one of my favorite things to cook. This rub makes the meat so tender and flavorful.


Sagar Dhakal
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I've tried many different barbecue rubs, but this one is by far the best. It's got the perfect balance of flavors and it's so easy to use.


Jerry Money
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This is my favorite barbecue rub. It's the perfect blend of sweet and smoky. I always get compliments when I use it.


Nonhlanhla Lelo
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I love this rub! It's so easy to make and it adds so much flavor to meat. I've used it on chicken, pork, and beef and it's always delicious.


Manisha Chauhan
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This rub is amazing! I used it on chicken and it was so flavorful and juicy. I will definitely be using this rub again.