Fire and Spice – all purpose BBQ rub

Ingredients for 1 servings:

• 4 tsp paprika powder, smoked, if available
• 2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 tsp onion granules
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 1 tsp, leveled cumin powder, use sparingly
• 1 tsp curry
• 1 tsp marjoram, shredded
• 1 tsp thyme, dried
• 1 tsp black pepper from the mill
• ½ tsp white pepper from the mill
• ½ tsp cinnamon powder
• 3 tsp salt or 2 tsp salt and 1 tsp smoked salt
• 2 tsp brown cane sugar
• possibly garlic, fresh
• possibly mustard
• lemon juice

Instructions

Working time approx. 5 minutes; Total time approx. 5 minutes

Barbecue spice or marinade base

Mix the dry ingredients together; this makes about a small jam jar full. Personal variations in the selection and quantity of ingredients are expressly welcome. As a marinade for a smaller amount of grilled meat, simply combine 2 teaspoons of the mixture with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and, if desired, crushed garlic, and brush it onto the meat of your choice. The mixture is also ideal as a rub for pulled pork. If using it for this purpose, first brush the meat thinly with a mixture of finely pureed garlic, a little olive oil and mustard before sprinkling the spice powder over it. The spice is also suitable for grilled chicken or minced meat dishes, such as stuffed peppers. Tip: If you can get hold of it, I really recommend using smoked paprika; it’s a really delicious ingredient.