Elevate your pork dishes with our quick and flavorful homemade pork rub. Made with common kitchen spices, it's the perfect seasoning for grilling, smoking, or roasting.
In a bowl, combine paprika, dark brown sugar, kosher salt, garlic powder, black pepper, chili powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, ground chipotle, cumin, and mustard powder.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly.
Store the mixture in an airtight container or place it in the freezer using a resealable plastic bag.
Notes
Ingredient Adjustments: Changing the ingredients will alter the taste of this rub, so proceed with caution. It's alright to reduce the cayenne pepper if you prefer a milder flavor.
Smoky Flavor Variation: If not using the rub on a grill or smoker, consider swapping regular paprika with smoked paprika for a delicious smoky taste.
Prepping the Pork: Before applying the rub, pat your pork with paper towels. This ensures even dispersion and prevents the rub from sliding off the meat.
Spice Blend from Cabinet: If using the spice blend from your cabinet, give the container a good shake. This helps distribute the ingredients well before applying them to your pork.