BBQ Pork Rub

Here is a simple recipe for a barbecue rub that I use on everything pork. It is great on ribs and pork butts for pulled pork. You can adjust the amount of cayenne to meet your needs for heat or lack of heat. This recipe makes about one cup of rub. If you're like me and barbecue regularly, you can double or triple the recipe to make a bigger batch that you will always have ready to go. I just place the rub in a mason jar and seal with a lid and it will last quite awhile and always be ready for your next BBQ.

Ingredients

1/3 cup paprika
1/4 cup light brown sugar
3 tablespoons kosher salt

2 tablespoons black pepper

1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons dry mustard

1. Place all of the ingredients in a mason jar or ziploc bag and shake vigorously until well combined.

2. Sprinkle on ribs or pork butts prior to smoking and rub into the meat.