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. You can adjust the heat by changing the amount of cayenne.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: Makes about 1/2 cup
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup paprika
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon 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.
