Chestnut Free Memphis-Style Dry Rub
Bold, smoky-sweet, and packed with warm spice, this Memphis-style dry rub transforms any cut of meat into something seriously crave-worthy. The blend of turmeric, ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, and mace gives it a depth that goes way beyond your average store-bought seasoning packet — and you know exactly what's in every pinch. Coconut sugar adds a subtle sweetness that caramelizes beautifully on the grill or in the oven, while dried thyme and oregano bring that classic Southern herbaceous backbone. Every ingredient here is a straightforward pantry spice, so there's no guesswork about hidden fillers or allergen cross-contact from pre-mixed commercial blends. Pressing the rub firmly onto patted-dry meat and letting it rest in the fridge before cooking is the move that takes the flavor from good to unforgettable. Make a big batch, seal it in a jar, and you've got a reliable go-to seasoning ready to go for the next three months.
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8 servings
- 2 tbsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground mace
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sea salt, coconut sugar, turmeric, ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, Ceylon cinnamon, thyme, and oregano in a small bowl and whisk until evenly blended with no visible streaks of any single spice.
- 2
Transfer to an airtight jar or container. Store at room temperature, away from heat and light, for up to 3 months.
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