🧂 Classic All-Purpose BBQ Rub (Kansas City Style)

Ingredients & ratio

Preparation

1. Mix brown sugar with paprika first to prevent clumping, then add remaining ingredients.
2. Add salt, pepper, garlic, onion, cayenne and chili powder. Mix well.
3. Apply a generous layer to all surfaces of the meat.
4. Press gently to adhere. Rest 30-60 minutes uncovered in the fridge.
5. Note: for long cooks (brisket), reduce or eliminate brown sugar to prevent the bark from burning.

Notes

The most versatile rub in the system — works on pork and chicken equally well. Reduce or eliminate brown sugar if using on brisket since sugar burns at sustained high heat over long cooks.