Tennessee Rubdown

SUBMITTED BY: Jack Harris 

"A rub for all meats, but we use mainly ribs in Tennessee. Brown sugar, ground peppers and spices are blended to bring out the full flavor of whatever you decide to toss on the grill!"
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PREP TIME  5 Min
READY IN  8 Hrs 5 Min
Original recipe yield 1 cup

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ground white pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons crushed red pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, ground black pepper, paprika, chile powder, ground white pepper, crushed red pepper, salt and garlic powder. Rub meat vigorously and wrap in foil. Refrigerate at least 8 hours, or overnight, before grilling with barbeque sauce.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on may 22, 2007 by crazyblonde 
This rub was fantastic...I used it on skinless thighs..Only thing different I did was after... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on may 28, 2006 by Butterfly Flutterby 
This is a great rub that went well on ribs as well as chicken. Thanks! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 12, 2008 by StubS 
I've used this rib rub many times while grilling or baking ribs and they always turn out... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 21, 2007 by Cat Berner 
This was a great rub, we used it on pork chops. I left out the white pepper, and I'm glad I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 15, 2007 by Joanne W. 
I decided to make Bacon Wrapped Barbeque Shrimp at the last second for a party and I didn't... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 10, 2008 by Sara Winsted 
I make this rub every time I smoke pork. Puts a great bark on the outside. Also excellent on... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on aug. 7, 2007 by VORCHA 
I used this when I was making Andy's Pull Pork and any pork ribs. Very good, really brings... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 24, 2007 by innerbanks 
Really, really good! Tried it on spareribs, and they came out just like the best Tennessee... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 24, 2007 by D.A. mommy 
I had to give this rub its props....after all, it got rave reviews from my family. I rubbed it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.65 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 19, 2008 by Winnie 
Perfect just as submitted! My family doesn't find it too spicy at all--the flavor it gives... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Tennessee Rubdown

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 75

  • Total Fat: 1.5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 2643mg
  • Total Carbs: 16.9g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 4.1g
  • Protein: 2.1g

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