Walnut Free Kansas City Spice Rub
Smoky, sweet, and loaded with warm spice, this Kansas City-style rub transforms any cut of meat into something that tastes like it came off a competition pit. Coconut sugar and maple granules give it that signature caramelized crust when heat hits, while Ceylon cinnamon, turmeric, and ginger add a depth that goes way beyond your average store-bought blend. The beauty of making your own rub is knowing exactly what's in it — no mystery fillers, no shared production lines, and zero chance of hidden tree nut cross-contact. Garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and oregano round out the savory backbone so every bite is balanced, not just sweet or just spicy. A firm press into your protein before grilling, roasting, or smoking is all it takes to build a gorgeous bark. It keeps in an airtight jar for up to three months, so one quick batch means you're stocked for the whole grilling season.
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8 servings
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup granules sugar or maple sugar
- 2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- 1
Combine the coconut sugar, maple sugar, turmeric, ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, thyme, and oregano in a small bowl and whisk until evenly blended with no visible streaks of turmeric.
- 2
Transfer to an airtight jar and store at room temperature for up to 3 months.
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