Dave's Memphis Rib Rub

Chef #1056668's Note:

The ultimate rub for both Memphis and St Louis Style ribs. Rub the ribs at least 12 hours and up to 24 hours before smoking.

• Total Time: 4 hrs 30 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 4 hrs

Ingredients:

Serves: 6

Yield: 6.0 Racks

• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• ½ cup unbleached cane sugar
• ½ cup kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne
• 1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
• 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 tablespoon cilantro
• 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon peppercorn
• 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon lemon peel
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed

Directions:

1. Grinf Peppercorns, Mustard, Lemon Peel, and Cumin Seed. Mix with all other ingredients and rub both sides of ribs, heavier on top. Smoke at 225 degrees for 4 to 6 hours or cook in a covered roasting pan in a 275 degree oven for 4 hours. Finish on a medium hot grill, basting with BBQ sauce until dark brown and well glazed.