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Memphis Style Rib Rub

By Derrick Riches, About.com

Memphis Style Rib Rub

Memphis Style Rib Rub

Regarding BBQ Inc.
In Memphis, ribs are traditionally served up dry. This doesn't mean that the meat is tough and dried out, there just isn't a barbecue sauce. This traditional Memphis barbecue rub recipe is the base of a great rack of pork ribs and one of my most popular rib rubs.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
  • 4 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoons cayenne
Preparation:
Mix ingredients together. Store in an airtight container. Spread evenly on prepared ribs that have been patted dry and let sit until the rub appears moist.
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