Our Favorite Dry Rub Recipes for Smoked Brisket

You can store these rubs in an air-tight container, in the refrigerator or freezer, for weeks.

NOTE: This recipe is sufficient for a 10-12 lb./4.5-5.4 kg beef brisket.

Mix together thoroughly the following:

• 1/2 cup paprika
• 1/4 cup Kosher salt
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup cumin
• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 1/4 cup fresh cracked black pepper
• 2 Tbsp cayenne pepper

Rub your brisket thoroughly, barbecue, and receive endless accolades.

NOTE: This recipe is for a 5-6 lb./2.3-2.7 kg beef brisket.

Mix together thoroughly the following:

• 2 Tbsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 Tbsp kosher salt or sea salt
• 1 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp sugar

NOTE: This recipe is for a 5-6 lb./2.3-2.7 kg beef brisket.

Mix together thoroughly the following:

• 1 tablespoon coarse salt (kosher or sea)
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

If you would like to know more on how to use a dry rub, or for more "tried 'n true" rub recipe winners, go to our Dry Rub Recipes page.



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