Today I'm sharing how to make the best sweet and spicy dry rub, right at home. Packed with a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors, this rub is a must-try on anything from chicken wings and brisket to your favorite ribs.
Sweet and Spicy Rub Ingredients
- 2 tbsp sugar. You can't have a "sweet & spicy" rub without some sugar.
- 2 tbsp brown sugar. To balance out the spiciness of the jalapeño, while enhancing the natural sweetness of the meat.
- 1 tbsp garlic powder. To complement the sweetness of the sugars and the smokiness of the paprika.
- 2 tbsp sweet paprika. For a unique smoky and slightly sweet flavor.
- 1 tsp onion powder. We love onion flavor in our rubs.
- 1 tsp jalapeño powder. For a nice touch of heat.
- 1 tsp honey powder. For a little more sweetness. (If you don't have it on hand, feel free to skip.)
- 1/4 cup salt. You can't have a BBQ without some salt.
Sweet and Spicy Rub Recipe Instructions
1. Combine all eight ingredients in a large bowl, stirring until well mixed together.
2. Apply liberally all over your favorite BBQ meat.
Storage Tips
- Store rub in a plastic BBQ shaker for up to a month.
Other Rubs To Try
Sweet Heat: Sweet & Spicy Rub
Packed with a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors, this rub is a must-try on anything from chicken wings to your favorite ribs!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup salt
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp sweet paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp jalapeño powder
- 1 tsp honey powder
Instructions
- Combine all eight ingredients in a large bowl, stirring until well mixed together.
- Apply liberally all over your favorite BBQ meat!
Nutrition
Calories: 64kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 0.5gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 7079mgPotassium: 118mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1724IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mg
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