Dave's Memphis Rib Rub

Submitted by Chef #1056668

"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."

 

• Ready In: 4hrs 30mins
• Ingredients: 17
• Yields: 6 Racks
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• 1⁄2 cup unbleached cane sugar
• 1⁄2 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.