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Kansas City Style BBQ Rub

Cultural Context

Kansas City BBQ is renowned for its rich, sweet, and smoky flavors, a result of the unique blend of spices used in its rubs. The city has a storied barbecue tradition, with a focus on slow-cooked meats slathered in sauce. This rub reflects the region's love for bold flavors and is a staple for grilling and smoking meats, making it popular across the United States and beyond.

AmericanUSother
15 min
easy
1 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup paprika
2 tablespoons kosher salt
ground black pepper
onion powder
garlic powder
chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: regular paprika

Smoked paprika adds depth without significant cost.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: red pepper flakes

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Red pepper flakes provide similar heat.

garlic powder

🥗Healthier: fresh garlic

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Fresh garlic offers a more robust flavor.

1

Combine 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 1/4 cup paprika, and 2 tablespoons kosher salt in a mixing bowl.

2

Add ground black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and chili powder to the mixture.

3

Incorporate 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper for heat.

4

Mix until all ingredients are evenly blended.

Equipment Needed

mixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

KC BBQ RubKansas City Rub

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