.33cupdark brown sugaror Swerve Brown sweetener for keto
.25cupsweet paprika
1tablespooncourse black pepper
2tablespoonsHimalayan pink salt
1tablespoonchili powder
1tablespoongarlic powder
1tablespooncelery seed
1tablespoononion powder
1tablespoonmustard powder
0.5teaspooncayenne pepperuse more or less depending on your personal tastes
Instructions
Mix the brown sugar (or sugar-free sweetener), paprika, course black pepper, Himalayan sea salt, chili powder, garlic powder, celery seed, onion powder, mustard powder and cayenne pepper together in a glass jar or small bowl.
Secure the lid and shake to combine, or mix together with a fork or whisk until mixture is combined.
Store in a sealed container in the pantry or in a freezer bag in the freezer until ready to use.
Notes
For a smokier rub, substitute smoked paprika, chipotle pepper and hickory-smoked sea salt.
For a spicier rub, add more cayenne pepper and substitute chipotle pepper for the chili powder and hot paprika for the sweet.
Ribs or chicken recipes will generally use 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons of rub.