Best BBQ Seasoning | Homemade!

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index while white sugar is often less expensive.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: regular paprika

Smoked paprika adds depth of flavor, while regular paprika is more common.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: red pepper flakes

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Red pepper flakes provide heat, while black pepper is a more accessible spice.

garlic powder

🥗Healthier: fresh garlic

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Fresh garlic offers a stronger flavor, while onion powder is often less expensive.

Start with 1/2 cup brown sugar for sweetness and caramelization.

Add 2 tablespoons smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.

Incorporate 2 tablespoons kosher salt and black pepper, mixing them together.

Add 1 tablespoon each of granulated onion and garlic powder for a sweet and savory base.

Mix in 1 tablespoon chili powder for additional flavor.

Add 1 tablespoon cumin for earthiness and mix everything together until well combined.

Store in an airtight container like a mason jar to maintain freshness.

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