Big-Time Barbecue Rub

This is a basic barbecue rub that works on any food for smoking or grilling. Granulated garlic and onion are coarser than powder; you can substitute garlic and onion powder.

See also our BBQ sauce recipe.

• 1/2 cup salt
• 1/2 cup turbinado sugar
• 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1 tablespoon granulated onion
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons freshly ground pepper
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons ground nutmeg

1. 1Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Store any unused rub in an airtight container.