🐖 Best Pork Rub Recipe
This Pork Rub blends sweet brown sugar, smoky paprika, and savory spices to create a flavorful crust that locks in juices and enhances any cut of pork. Ideal for grilling, roasting, smoking, or slow cooking.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 tbsp paprika (smoked paprika preferred)
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Prep the meat: Pat pork dry with paper towels.
- 2️⃣ Apply rub: Coat pork generously on all sides, pressing it in.
- 3️⃣ Rest (recommended): Let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature — or refrigerate up to 24 hours for deeper flavor.
- 4️⃣ Cook: Grill, roast, smoke, or slow cook as desired.
Notes
🌟 Tips for Best Flavor
- Add olive oil or mustard to the pork before rubbing for better adhesion
- For smoking, rub the night before
- Double the recipe and store for later