Asian Dry Rub

By tonyglib

Spicy meat skewers are popular street vendor fare in Asia. This potent rub approximates that flavor; it's best on dark-meat chicken, strong-flavored fish like salmon or sardines, or any cut of pork. Or sprinkle a little over thickly sliced tomatoes, set them over an unheated section of the grill, and allow them to smoke for a few minutes, just until well marked.

Ingredients

• 4 teaspoons dried basil
• 4 teaspoons dried mint
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground red pepper
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all of the ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.