Pork Free Memphis-Style Dry Rub
Memphis-style dry rub is one of those pantry staples that quietly transforms everything it touches — building a bold, aromatic crust on whatever protein you're working with. This blend leans on warm, earthy notes from turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon, balanced by savory herbs and a gentle sweetness from coconut sugar. The mace adds a subtle floral depth that sets this rub apart from anything you'd grab off a grocery store shelf, where hidden additives and ambiguous "natural flavors" can make label-reading a chore. Every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so you know exactly what's going on your food. It works beautifully on chicken, lamb, beef, or even hearty vegetables — just pat the meat dry, press the rub in firmly, and let it rest in the fridge so the flavors really sink in. Whisk it together in minutes and store it in a jar for up to three months, which means you're always one step away from a seriously impressive meal.
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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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