Memphis Rib Dry Rub Seasoning Blend

Flavor Profile

This sweet and salty rub is bittersweet, aromatic, and earthy with peppery and herbal notes.

How to Use

Generously rub on beef, lamb, pork, poultry, seafood, tofu, and veggies before barbecuing. Add to dips and dressings. Sprinkle on popcorn.

About This Blend

Memphis barbecue is made with a combination of unique rubs, wood smoke, and cooking methods. Rub this seasoning on beef, lamb, pork, poultry, seafood, tofu, or veggies before barbecuing.

More Information

Generously rub this seasoning on beef, lamb, pork, poultry, seafood, tofu, and veggies before barbecuing. If you're ready to break tradition, use this rub to make a mop or sauce. For a twist, use to make dips and dressings, or even sprinkle on popcorn.

Dietary Information

MSG-Free

Nut-Free

Dairy-Free

Gluten-Free

Corn-Free

Sesame-Free

Vegetarian

Vegan

Ingredients

Brown and white sugar, paprika, kosher salt, garlic, onion, cumin, black pepper, chiles, coriander, ginger, thyme, rosemary, Mexican oregano

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