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easy dry rub for ribs

Rib Rub Recipe

5 from 1 vote
This is my go-to rib rub recipe. We use this for other things we smoke too, it's the perfect rub!
Prep Time:5 minutes
Course: Dressings and Sauces, Main Course
Servings: 3 racks of ribs

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp ground mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne (optional)

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a dish and mix
  • Rub on both sides of ribs and let sit for 30 minutes (up to 24 hours) before smoking