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Memphis Rub

SUBMITTED BY: ALIKAT695 PHOTO BY: ILove2Ck

"This zesty rub will bring out the best in ribs and other meats. Try it on chicken!"
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 44 stars. This recipe average a 4.6 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
READY IN  10 Min
Original recipe yield 0.5 cup

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1/4 cup paprika
  • 1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons monosodium glutamate (MSG)
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a small airtight container, mix paprika, dark brown sugar, white sugar, salt, monosodium glutamate, celery salt, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, garlic powder and onion powder. Seal and store in a cool dark place until ready for use.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2003 by CRHARNESS
I am from Memphis and I see many recipes claiming to be a "Memphis Rub". This is the real... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2006 by MOM4RS
WOW! I am so glad I tried this recipe. Typically when BBQing, I use a sauce but find that... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2003 by Kara
Excellente! If you live in a town where specialty rubs are not plentiful, try this...even if... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 20, 2006 by KaE
Being a Memphis girl- I have to say this is almost as good as my Dad's secret rub! Or Charlie... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2003 by CHEFGRL
What a awesome rub! You're right it's great on a roasting chicken. I rub it on in the AM and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 1, 2007 by anmlnrs
I omitted MSG (gives me migraines) and added meat tenderizer. The ribs were tender and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 23, 2007 by PANGAEA
I guess since I just made my second batch yesterday it's time for a review! This rub is... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 5, 2006 by VORCHA
Fantastic. I use this as the dry rub for my slow cooker pulled pork sandwiches recipe. Just... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 27, 2008 by Alecia
I was just going to search for "rib rub" or similar, until my husband mentioned the best ribs... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 25, 2006 by SPEARFISHER
This is very good. I am a big "BBQ" guy. When people want good Q they come ask me for some :)... MORE

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