Earthy Grilled Pork Chop Rub
This is a balanced, yet flavorful rub for grilled pork. It goes well on chops or ribs alike! What I like about this rub is that no single flavor stands out and that it really enhances the natural flavor of the pork. Plus, it makes your kitchen smell great!
READY IN: 15mins
YIELD: 1 1/2 cups (approx)
UNITS: US
INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 1⁄2tablespoon allspice berry
- 1⁄2tablespoon cumin seed
- 1⁄2tablespoon coriander seed
- 1⁄2tablespoon whole black peppercorn
- 1⁄2tablespoon dried thyme leaves
- 1⁄4cup brown sugar
- 2tablespoons sea salt
- 1⁄4teaspoon ground ginger
- 1⁄4teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1⁄2teaspoon paprika
- 1⁄2teaspoon onion powder
- 1⁄2teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 -2tablespoon of ground spices (first 6 ingredients)
DIRECTIONS
- Heat a small skilled to medium-high. Add allspice, cumin, coriander, and peppercorns. Stir frequently and toast until seeds begin to pop and smoke a bit.
- Add toasted spices, bay leaves, and thyme to spice grinder and grind into a fine powder.
- Mix 1 tablespoon (or more, to taste) of ground spice mixture with remaining dry ingredients.
- Rub healthy amount of rub onto meat and let rest in refrigerator for at least one hour, preferably more. Grill as desired.