dry rubs

Barbecue flavor coatings

A dry rub is a mixture of spices and seasonings—salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and the like—massaged onto meat before cooking.

Unlike marinades, dry rubs contain no liquid.

The technique creates a flavorful crust, especially when grilling or smoking: He applied a dry rub to the brisket the night before.

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ribs · brisket · smoked brisket · pork shoulder · paprika · cumin · chili powder · garlic · brown sugar · smoky · crust · bark · meat · grill · marinade · pepper · salt · Memphis

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application method

dry rubsbrining

Saltwater soaking for meat

marinating · soaking · submerging · injecting · basting

moisture content in seasoning method

dry rubsmarinades

Seasoned soaking liquids

brines · mops · bastes · glazes · sauces

seasoning application duration

dry rubscuring

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