Chili Spice Rub
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Try this bold spice rub on beef or pork ribs. Rub the mixture all over the meat, then cover with plastic wrap. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour or refrigerate for up to 24 hours before grilling.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 2 Tbs. smoked Spanish paprika or sweet Hungarian paprika
- 2 Tbs. freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tbs. garlic powder
- 1 Tbs. onion powder
- 2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
Directions
In a small bowl, stir together the chili powder, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and cayenne. Makes about 3/4 cup, or enough for 6 lb. of ribs.
Adapted from Williams-Sonoma Mastering Series, Grilling & Barbecuing, by Rick Rodgers (Free Press, 2006).