Chipotle Dry Rub

It's important to make sure that the rub is finely ground before using. Great for brisket, steak and pork. Finish off with a store-bought sweet chipotle barbecue sauce, chipotle raspberry glaze...or one of these Honey Chipotle Barbecue Sauce or Spicy Fruit Finishing Glaze for Barbecue. This recipe contains no salt so be sure to salt before cooking.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Yields: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 2  dried chipotle peppers (use 3 for more heat)
• 3  tablespoons black pepper
• 2  tablespoons dried oregano
• 1  tablespoon dried cilantro
• 1  bay leaf
• 1  teaspoon cumin
• 1  teaspoon onion powder
• 1  teaspoon  ground dry orange zest (easy and cheap to dry your own How to Dry Citrus Zest (Lemon/Orange/Lime/Grapefruit))

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a spice mill or blender and grind until even and fine.
2. Store in an airtight jar. Will store for about 6 months in the freezer.