Dr. J’s All Purpose Spice Rub
Summary
Make Your Own All-Purpose Seasoning or Rub
Dr. J’s All Purpose Spice Rub
Make a versatile, pantry-friendly all-purpose spice rub that works on chicken, beef, pork, seafood, and vegetables. The mix combines savory, smoky, and slightly spicy notes to create a go-to seasoning for grilling, roasting, pan-frying, or batch prep.
Why you’ll love this rub
- Makes about 1.5 cups — great for batch prep.
- Uses common pantry spices you likely already have.
- Works across proteins and vegetables for one simple shortcut.
- Easy to mix and store — keeps in the spice cabinet up to a year.
Ingredients
Method
- Put all ingredients into a mason jar and shake. This rub is great on chicken and pork. This can be stored in your spice cabinet up to a year.
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Let us know how it was!Flavor profile: what each spice does
- Smoked paprika: provides smoky depth and a warm red color.
- Paprika: adds mild sweetness and color without extra heat.
- Ground black pepper: contributes bright, peppery bite.
- Garlic powder: brings savory, aromatic umami.
- Onion powder: adds rounded savory sweetness that complements garlic.
- Dried oregano and thyme: give herbaceous, slightly earthy notes that balance smoke and spice.
- Ground cumin and coriander: add warm, slightly citrusy and nutty undertones for depth.
- Kosher salt: seasons and helps the individual flavors read more clearly on food.
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