A smoky, sweet & spicy pulled pork rub that is perfect for smoking pork! You can also use this homemade spice blend for slow cooker pulled pork and other grilled meats.
You can let the pork shoulder sit in this dry rub for up to 24 hours. Allowing it to sit in the dry rub for so long lets the spices soak into the meat. If you have the time, we highly recommend it! Just rub the spices all over and cover the meat in plastic wrap to sit in the fridge.
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Rub in Spice Mix or Sprinkle Spice Mix?
I’ve heard people debate on whether to rub in a dry spice mix to the meat or just it on? I’ve never done a side-by-side comparison, but I really find that I don’t have t rub in the spice mix. The meat is generally a little damp which means the spice “sticks” nicely and there is no rubbing needed. You’ll find people on both sides of this question though, so just do whatever you like the taste of best.
Pulled Pork Rub Recipe
Last summer we got an electric smoker and I’ve been undeniably hooked on smoked pulled pork ever since. Last fall we played around, testing different rubs and spices for the outside of the pulled pork. This spring we’ll share our top creations with you! To get started…pulled pork rub.
- I think the best pulled pork rub has to have a good amount of both sweet and spicy. We used dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar to give it a rich, deep & sweet flavor. You can use light brown if that’s all you have on hand.
- For spice, we add chili powder, cayenne powder and chipotle chili pepper. You can add a little more of one of these spices if you like more spice, but my family found this to be perfect for all 5 of us.
- Be sure to use smoked paprika instead of regular paprika. It has a rich smoky flavor that will really add to the pulled pork.
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FAQ
Should you put rub on pork shoulder overnight?
How long can you leave dry rub on pork?
How long should rub be on pork shoulder before smoking?
Can you leave a rub on too long?
How long can you let pork shoulder sit in dry rub?
You can let the pork shoulder sit in this dry rub for up to 24 hours. Allowing it to sit in the dry rub for so long lets the spices soak into the meat. If you have the time, we highly recommend it! Just rub the spices all over and cover the meat in plastic wrap to sit in the fridge. Made this recipe and loved it?!
How do you rub a pork shoulder?
1. Dry the meat. First, pat down the pork shoulder with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. 2. Apply the rub. Sprinkle a liberal helping of the BBQ rub all over the pork shoulder. Using your hands, vigorously massage the seasonings into the top, bottom, and sides of the meat. 3. Let it sit.
How long does pork rub last?
Shake well before using. Rub: Generously pat (rub) the spice mixture over ribs, pork chops, tenderloin, pork shoulder, pork butt, or pork roasts before cooking. Keep this pork dry rub sealed tightly in an air-tight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. This pork rub is great for anything pork.
How long can you keep pork rub in a jar?
Add the rub to a glass jar and seal tightly with a lid. Shake well before using. Rub: Generously pat (rub) the spice mixture over ribs, pork chops, tenderloin, pork shoulder, pork butt, or pork roasts before cooking. Keep this pork dry rub sealed tightly in an air-tight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.