Name: Jeff's Original Rub Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 13 min
Total time: 18 min
Ingredients: 1 cup light brown sugar; 1/2 cup paprika; 1/4 cup kosher salt; 1/4 cup garlic powder; 1/4 cup onion powder; 2 tablespoons black pepper; 2 tablespoons white pepper; 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons dried oregano; 2 tablespoons dried thyme; 2 tablespoons dried basil

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Look no further than Jeff’s original rub recipe for a tasty, flavorful addition to your next barbecue or grill session. Any type of meat can benefit from the addition of this herb and spice mixture, which will infuse it with a robust, scrumptious flavor.

I’m always looking for new recipes to offer. I’ve struck gold with Jeff’s original rub recipe!

Easy Jeff’s Original Rub Recipe

This herb and spice mix will give your next barbeque or grill session a robust, flavorful taste. This rub elevates ribs, brisket, and hog shoulder.

I adore this recipe’s versatility. The ingredients can be modified to taste and work well on any meat, fish, or poultry. Mixing all ingredients in a bowl and rubbing it over the meat makes it easy to make.

This rub may be stored in an airtight jar for six months, making it perfect for last-minute BBQs or weeknight meals. Before applying the rub, using a meat injector to infuse the meat with apple juice or chicken stock significantly enhances the flavor.

How To Make Jeff’s Original Rub From Scratch?

Simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl to replicate Jeff’s original rub. Then, liberally coat your meat of choice with the rub. Rub the rub into the meat so that it is evenly distributed.

Jeff’s Original Rub Ingredients

1 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup paprika
1/4 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup garlic powder
1/4 cup onion powder
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 tablespoons white pepper
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons dried basil

Tips

This rub can be stored in an airtight container for up to six months. For added flavor and moisture, try using a meat injector to inject your meat with some apple juice or chicken stock before applying the rub.

Experiment with different types of wood chips or chunks when smoking meat to see which flavors complement the rub the best.

What to use with homemade Jeff’s Original Rub?

Jeff’s original rub goes well with meats, fish, and poultry. Popular choices:

Ribs, shoulders, and tenderloin taste great with this rub. For robust, savory flavor, try it on brisket, steak, or roasts.

This rub enhances the flavor of grilled or roasted chicken thighs, drumsticks, or whole chicken. Before grilling or baking salmon, halibut, or swordfish, use it.

For a smokey side dish, try this rub on corn, potatoes, and bell peppers.

Smoking meats with this seasoning infuses them with taste. Smoke meat with different wood chips or chunks to find the perfect match for the rub.

FAQ’s

What meats can I use this rub on?

This rub is great on a variety of meats, including pork ribs, pork shoulder, pork tenderloin, brisket, steak, roasts, chicken, fish, and even vegetables.

Can I adjust the recipe to suit my taste?

Absolutely! This rub recipe is fantastic since you can customize the spice ratios. Adjust the amounts to make it hotter or milder.

Can I make this rub in advance?

Yes, you can make a batch of this rub in advance and store it in an airtight container for up to six months. This way you always have it on hand for impromptu BBQs or weeknight meals.

How do I use the rub on meat?

Yes, you can make a batch of this rub in advance and store it in an airtight container for up to six months. This way you always have it on hand for impromptu BBQs or weeknight meals.

Is it good for smoking meat?

The rub is ideal for smoking meats. The meat will take on a smokey flavor as it cooks. To find out which wood chips or chunks go best with the spice, smoke meat.

Can I use it as a marinade?

Absolutely! Mix the rub with oil and marinate the meat for two hours before cooking. The rub and oil will flavor and moisten the meat.

Jeff’s Original Rub Recipe

Jeff's original rub recipe is perfect for grilling or barbecuing! This versatile blend of herbs and spices adds robust flavor to any type of meat.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 13

Total Time 18

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 8 Servings

Calories 56 kcal

Ingredients

1 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup paprika
1/4 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup garlic powder
1/4 cup onion powder
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 tablespoons white pepper
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons dried basil

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients
Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed
Store the rub in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
Take your choice of meat and generously coat it with the rub, making sure to massage it in to ensure even coverage.
Use as desired.

Notes

Adjust the ingredient ratio to taste.

Smoke meat with different wood chips or chunks to find the perfect match for the rub.

Try injecting your meat with apple juice or chicken stock before applying the rub.

Keyword Jeff’s Original Rub Recipe

I love Jeff’s rub recipe. I highly suggest it to foodies and home chefs.

The rub’s powerful, savory flavor is addictive and works well on any meat, fish, or poultry. I love that it’s easy to create with common household supplies. It’s also easy to customize, making it a terrific seasoning.

I like that it can be used for BBQs, slow cooking, grilling, and marinades. This versatile rub may enhance any dish.

For meal preppers and impromptu grillers, it can be stored in an airtight container for up to six months.