Dry Rubs Recipes

For the best BBQ ribs, chicken, pork, or steak, start with a dry rub. From Cajun to spicy-herb to mustard-based, these easy dry rub recipes taste better and cost far less than bottled or tin varieties.

 
 
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Black Pepper Rubbed Ribeye with Roquefort Butter

From The Food Channel

Spicy black pepper-crusted, grilled bone-in ribeye topped with Roquefort compound butter that makes a delicious sauce as the butter melts on the warm steak.

Black Pepper Rubbed Ribeye with Roquefort Butter

Jamaican Jerk Rub

From Better Homes and Gardens

Ground pepper and spices give this rub a Caribbean kick. Use it on chicken before grilling.

Jamaican Jerk Rub

Caraway-Rubbed Chicken

From Better Homes and Gardens

The caraway-and-pepper rub brings out the tenderness and juiciness of the whole chicken.

Caraway-Rubbed Chicken

Beef Brisket

From Better Homes and Gardens

A popular way to cook brisket is slowly in a smoker. This Davis Dry Rub and homemade barbecue sauce

Beef Brisket

Pulled Pork Sandwiches

From Ladies' Home Journal

The spice rubbed pork roast is shredded and then slathered in a tomato-and-vinegar barbecue sauce for these tasty dinner sandwiches.

Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Caribbean-Style Jerk Rub

From Midwest Living

Before grilling, apply this sweet-and-spicy seasoning on pork ribs, dark meat portions of chicken and turkey, or boneless duck breast. Grill over indirect heat.

Caribbean-Style Jerk Rub

Southern-Style Pig Rub

From Smithfield

A classic pork rub that is perfect for smoked pork roasts and is especially good for pulled pork.

Southern-Style Pig Rub

Sweet and Spicy Smoked Ribs

From Family Circle

In this barbecue rib recipe, the ribs are smoked long and slow resulting in tender, flavorful meat. The brown sugar and spice rub works in harmony with most barbecue sauces, so choose your favorite brand or make your own.

Sweet and Spicy Smoked Ribs

California Baby Back Ribs

From Better Homes and Gardens

The pineapple rum and molasses give these juicy baby backs a distinctive Caribbean touch--perfect for summer entertaining.

California Baby Back Ribs

Oven-Roasted Prime Rib with Dry Rib Rub

From Midwest Living

The homemade spice rub is delicious on the beef in this elegant entree but it also complements pork or chicken.

Oven-Roasted Prime Rib with Dry Rib Rub

Pork Roast with Rosemary Rub

From Family Circle

Piney tasting rosemary is delicious with pork. Garlic, lemon, and thyme also add their nuances to this savory roast pork recipe.

Pork Roast with Rosemary Rub

Spicy Barbecue Rub

From Better Homes and Gardens

Make this meat rub recipe to keep on hand for summer cookouts, or mix up a batch to share as hostess gifts. Use only fresh spices in the mix; spices lose flavor after about 1 year.

Spicy Barbecue Rub

Garam Masala

From Better Homes and Gardens

Keep this Indian spice mix on hand to season poultry, fish, and vegetables.

Garam Masala

Garlic-Fennel Rub

From Better Homes and Gardens

A slight anise flavor from the fennel seeds stands out in this spice combination. Try it on chicken.

Garlic-Fennel Rub

Fresh Herb Rub

From Better Homes and Gardens

Rub this fresh rosemary, sage, and thyme combo onto chicken and fish before cooking for an amazing flavor blend.

Fresh Herb Rub

Moroccan Herb-Salt Blend

From Parents

This 5-spice salt blend is a great way to quickly season beef, pork, or lamb.

Moroccan Herb-Salt Blend

Mediterranean Herb-Salt Blend

From Parents

Mix up this seasoning blend and use it on beef, poultry, or even to top popcorn.

Mediterranean Herb-Salt Blend

Chile-Glazed Pork Ribs

From Pace Salsa & Picante

Are you ready for some mouthwatering, fall-off-the-bone ribs with a delectable sweet and spicy glaze? Try this version that takes only 10 minutes to put together...then just throw them in the oven and get ready to enjoy!

Chile-Glazed Pork Ribs

Zippy Zonya Mexi Mix

From Heart-Healthy Living

Instead of using prepared taco seasoning packs, make your own and save a full teaspoon of salt. This recipe can be made to season beef, pork, or chicken.

Zippy Zonya Mexi Mix

BBQ Pork Ribs

From Ladies' Home Journal

For a zesty kick to your barbecue ribs, add a dash of hot pepper sauce.

BBQ Pork Ribs

California-Style Flank Steak

From Ladies' Home Journal

A backyard barbecue just wouldn't be complete without a juicy grilled steak. Our special rub of five-spice powder, sugar, ginger, chili powder, and garlic imparts true spicy beef flavor.

California-Style Flank Steak

Southwestern Herb-Salt Blend

From Parents

Make this chili pepper blend and give as a gift to friends who like a little spice in their meals.

Southwestern Herb-Salt Blend

Tandoori Rub

From Better Homes and Gardens

A trio of spices--curry powder, ginger, and cumin--proovide an exotic flavor to chicken. Because the vivid colors of fresh spices may stain your fingers, consider wearing plastic gloves before working with this rub.

Tandoori Rub

Barbecued Baby Back Ribs

From Better Homes and Gardens

Dry rubs are sensational on pork ribs, especially when the ribs are cooked slowly to soak up loads of smoky flavor.

Barbecued Baby Back Ribs

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