The Best Smoked Lamb Rub

by Mike Futia

Updated October 30, 2023

5 from 4 votes

Today we're putting together a super-simple smoked lamb rub, right in the kitchen. This tasty rub creates a flavorful and well-balanced blend that enhances the taste of your lamb, and comes together in just minutes.

smoked lamb rub

This smoked lamb rub is incredibly versatile so you can modify it to your own liking. 

If you like things a little spicier, I definitely recommend adding a pinch of cayenne or jalapeño pepper to the mix! 

smoked lamb rub

We lather this rub all over our favorite lamb dish at home—smoked lamb chops, grilled lamb chops, and smoked lamb shank.

How To Make Homemade Smoked Lamb Rub

With just eight dry ingredients, this lamb rub recipe comes together quick.

smoked lamb rub

The Ingredients

  • Paprika. For a smoky and slightly sweet flavor
  • Garlic powder. We love garlic in all of our rubs! 
  • Dried thyme. For an earthy and slightly bitter flavor.
  • Brown sugar. To balance the savory flavors with a touch of sweetness.
  • Mustard powder. For a little tang!
  • Cumin. For a nice warm, earthy, and slightly bitter flavor.
  • Salt & pepper. You can't have a BBQ rub without some salt and pepper!

The Directions

1. Combine all eight ingredients in a large bowl, stirring until well mixed together.

2. Apply liberally all over your favorite cut of lamb!

RECIPE VARIATIONS  

  • If you want a bit of heat, add some jalapeño powder to the mix. Here's the one I use—16 oz. can last a long time!
smoked lamb chops

Storage Tips

What To Serve With Sweet & Spicy Rub 

Recommended Tools

  • Plastic spice jars. I store all of my homemade rubs in these jars.

The Best Smoked Lamb Rub

5 from 4 votes
This tasty smoked lamb rub creates a flavorful and well-balanced blend that enhances the taste of your lamb, and comes together in just minutes!
SERVINGS
Servings: 2 ounces
Prep Time: 2 minutes
lamb rub

Ingredients  

  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp mustard powder
  • 1 tsp cumin

Instructions

  • Combine all eight ingredients in a large bowl, stirring until well mixed together.
  • Apply liberally all over your favorite lamb meat!

Nutrition

Calories: 31kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gSodium: 1168mgPotassium: 109mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1023IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 2mg
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Mike Futia


My name is Mike, and I'm the founder of Grill Frenzy. I love cooking up homemade grilling and smoker recipes in my backyard for my friends and family. Learn more about me.

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