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    Beef Rub

    Published: Apr 3, 2025 by Fox Valley Foodie · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Beef Rub.

    This easy beef rub seasoning is made with pantry staples, making it effortless to whip up a big batch to take the flavor of your favorite cuts of beef to the next level.

    You will love the balanced sweet and savory flavors of this beef dry rub recipe. The deep flavor of smoked paprika and black pepper plays perfectly against the sweetness of brown sugar. Use this bold blend of seasonings with any grilled or smoked beef.

    Beef rub.

    Ingredients & Substitutions

    • Coarsely ground black pepper
    • Brown sugar - White sugar can be substituted.
    • Onion powder
    • Dry mustard powder
    • Garlic powder
    • Smoked paprika - Regular paprika or sweet paprika can also be used.
    • Optional - Add a ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper or your favorite chili powder for some heat.
    Beef rub ingredients.

    How to use it

    Make this beef rub recipe by combining each of the spices in a small dish, mixing them well. Then, use the spice rub with any of the following beef recipes:

    • Smoked beef chuck roast
    • Smoked beef short ribs
    • Homemade hamburgers
    • Smoked rump roast
    Beef seasoning rub.

    How to store it

    Homemade beef rub seasoning will keep in your pantry for months at room temperature when stored in an airtight container, like a mason jar. Like any seasoning, the flavor will dull over time, so it is always best to use the seasoning when it's freshest.

    Beef rub recipe.

    Beef Rub

    This easy beef rub seasoning is made with pantry staples, making it effortless to whip up a big batch to enhance the flavor of your favorite beef cuts.
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    Course: Seasoning
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 31kcal
    Author: Fox Valley Foodie

    Equipment

    • Small bowl
    • Airtight Container

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons coarsely ground black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
    • 2 teaspoons onion powder
    • 2 teaspoons mustard powder
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

    Instructions

    • Place all seasonings in a small bowl and whisk to combine.
    • Use the beef seasoning immediately, or store in an airtight jar in a cool dark place for long-term storage.

    Nutritional Information

    Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 263IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
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