Kansas City-style Rib Rub:

By avpeters

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup light brown sugar
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup paprika
• 2 tablespoons Essence, recipe follows
• 6 tablespoons kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic salt
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl, and stir to combine. Be sure to crumble any lumps that may form with the sugar or spices. Use for meats and seafood to be grilled, as well as for making the barbecue sauce. Any unused rub may be stored in an airtight container and kept in a cool, dry place for up to 6 weeks.