Brown Sugar BBQ Rub

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients until they are completely mixed.
2. Store the rub in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
3. To use the rub, apply it to the meat before cooking.

Interesting Facts

• Brown sugar has a higher moisture content than regular sugar, which helps to keep the meat moist.
• Chili powder is a blend of spices, including cumin, garlic, and oregano.
• Garlic powder is made from dehydrated garlic, which helps to bring out the flavor of the other ingredients.
• Smoked paprika is made from smoked peppers, adding an extra layer of smoky flavor to the rub.
• Cumin is a seed that adds a nutty, earthy flavor to the rub.
• Cayenne pepper adds a hint of heat to the rub.