Use one of these rubs for steaks, beef or pork roasts, ribs, or pork chops. Rub one on just before cooking, or for more intense flavor, rub the meat, cover, and refrigerate for up to an hour.
Serves 12; enough to season 3 pounds of meat • Gluten Free
Combine 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon paprika, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, and 2 teaspoons salt. Per serving (1 tablespoon) PointsPlus value: 0
Serves 4; enough to season 1 pound of meat • Gluten Free
Combine 1 tablespoon fennel seeds and 1½ teaspoons whole black peppercorns in spice grinder; grind. Transfer to bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Per serving (1 tablespoon) PointsPlus value: 1
Serves 12; enough to season 3 pounds of meat • Gluten Free
Combine 1 tablespoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon white pepper, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, 1 tablespoon paprika, 2 teaspoons dry mustard, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ¼–½ teaspoon cayenne. Per serving (1 rounded teaspoon) PointsPlus value: 0
Serves 6; enough to season 1½ pounds of meat • Gluten Free
Combine 2 tablespoons cracked black peppercorns, 2 tablespoons cracked white peppercorns, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes. Per serving (2 teaspoons) PointsPlus value: 0
Serves 4; enough to season 1 pound of meat
Combine 3 seeded and coarsely chopped Scotch bonnet peppers, 6 sliced scallions, 3 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar, 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon canola oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon ground allspice, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg in blender; pulse until it forms a paste. Per serving (2 tablespoons) PointsPlus value: 2