Citrus Free Memphis-Style Dry Rub
So many dry rubs and spice blends sneak in citrus zest, citric acid, or lemon-based flavor enhancers — making store-bought options a real gamble. This blend sidesteps all of that with a lineup of warm, deeply savory spices that deliver serious depth without a drop of citrus anywhere. Coconut sugar brings a subtle sweetness that caramelizes beautifully on the grill or in the oven, while turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon layer in earthy, aromatic complexity. Mace adds a quiet, almost floral warmth that sets this rub apart from anything you'd grab off a grocery shelf. The technique is simple — whisk, jar, and store — and a batch keeps for up to three months, so you're always ready to season on a whim. Press it firmly into your protein of choice, let it rest in the fridge, and you'll get that gorgeous bark and bold flavor that makes Memphis-style barbecue so iconic.
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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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