Eric's Best Rib Rub in the Universe: Your All-Meat Flavor Savior
Take your BBQ game to the next level with Eric's Best Rib Rub in the Universe. Perfect for pork, chicken, beef, and even fish, this versatile rub delivers big flavor. Bonus: It plays well with mustard and can handle a dash of MSG if you're feeling bold.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup non-iodized table salt
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar (dried)
- 8 tsp chili powder
- 11 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp MSG (Make S*it Great) (optional, but let’s be honest—it’s magic)
- 2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tsp granulated garlic
- 2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Prep the Brown Sugar
- Preheat your oven to its lowest setting, AKA “barely on.” Spread the brown sugar evenly on a sheet pan and let it hang out in the warm oven for 30 minutes to dry. Pro tip: Don’t rush this step. Wet brown sugar clumps like nobody’s business.
- Cool It Down
- Once the brown sugar has dried, let it cool completely. This is a great time to grab a snack or sip a beverage of your choice.
- Mix It All Together
- Dump all the ingredients—including your newly dried brown sugar—into the bowl of a food processor. Pulse a few times until everything is mixed evenly. Boom, you're done!
Notes
- Meat Matchmaker: This rub loves pork, poultry, beef, and fish equally. Just adjust the amount you use depending on the cut and type of meat.
- Pro Pork Move: For pork, slather on some mustard first to help the rub stick and add an extra layer of tangy goodness.
- Steak Hack: Feeling fancy? Mix in 25% ground coffee for a smoky, rich steak rub that’s a total game-changer.
