Laurie’s Coffee Barbecue Rub
Coffee adds a richness and earthiness to dry rub that complements grilled, smoked, roasted or air-fried meats and hearty vegetables. It also pairs well with the smoky flavors of cumin, chipotle pepper and paprika.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup medium to strong roast coffee; use medium grind (not espresso; it’s too fine)
- 1/4 cup smoked paprika (recommend not swapping with sweet)
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons cumin
- 2 tablespoons granulated garlic or powder
- 2 teaspoons granulated onion or powder
- 2 teaspoons seasoned salt (such as Lawry’s)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- 1 teaspoon chipotle chili
Instructions
- Measure all ingredients into a bowl.
- Sift the following: paprika, chili, cumin, garlic, onion, sugar and mustard to remove clumps.
- Mix thoroughly. Store in a jar.
Notes
If you don’t have seasoned salt on hand, swap with table salt.