Dry Rub Recipe for Ribs
You already know I don’t play about ribs. Between my Southern roots and years of cooking for family, cookouts, and weeknight dinners, I’ve learned one thing, the rub is where the flavor starts. This dry rub for ribs is bold, balanced, and built to give you that deep, smoky crust without overpowering the meat. It’s got the right mix of sweet, savory, and a little kick, and it works whether you’re baking, smoking, or throwing them on the grill.
Servings 2 tablespoons
Calories 22kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar or sweetener
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Regular paprika is fine.
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients and stir.
Notes
The recipe works with 3-4 pounds of ribs. You can double, triple, etc the recipe to suit your needs.
The spices make about 2 tablespoons, a little less.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Fat: 1g