11 Dry Rub Recipes to Kick Up Your Labor Day Cookout

Since we’re kicking off Labor Day weekend today, our friends at Chef Works wanted to share 10 dry rub recipes perfect for your Labor Day BBQ:

11 Dry Rub Recipes to Kick Up Your Labor Day Cookout

All recipes courtesy Chef Works.

Kansas City Dry Rub
Kansas City inspired barbecue dishes starts with a classic dry rub which – by tradition – is on the sweeter side. Here’s what you’ll need to make your own delicious Kansas City style seasoning at home.

Ingredients:
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup paprika
1 tbsp. black pepper
1 tbsp. salt
1 tbsp. chili powder
1 tbsp. garlic powder
1 tbsp. onion powder

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.

Carolina Dry Rub
Pork is THE traditional meat of choice when talking about Carolina barbecue. So whether you’re serving it up sliced, shredded or pulled at your next cookout, flavor it up with this dry rub before you toss it on the grill or slow-roast it to perfection.

Ingredients:
2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. sugar
2 tsp. brown sugar
2 tsp. ground cumin
2 tsp. chili powder
2 tbsp. freshly ground pepper
¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
1/4 cup paprika

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.

Rosemary Garlic Dry Rub
If you’re a bigger fan of chicken than you are of red meat – or if you’re looking for some less traditional barbecue flavors – this Tuscan-inspired rub might be right up your alley.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup dried rosemary
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried sage
2 tablespoons dried garlic flakes
1/3 cup kosher salt
2 tablespoons cracked black pepper

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.

Jamaican Jerk Dry Rub
If you enjoy Caribbean flavors such as nutmeg, all spice, ginger and cinnamon, this dry rub is an ideal way to put a tropical spin on your next summertime cookout. This rub works best when used on poultry or pork.

Ingredients:
2 tbsp. kosher salt
2 tsp. brown sugar
2 tsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. onion powder
2 teaspoons ground all spice
1 teaspoon crushed dried hot pepper
1 teaspoon dried chives
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.

Classic Pork Dry Rub
From pork chops to grilled pork loin, pork is definitely a popular choice among barbecue connoisseurs. This basic rub recipe is quick and easy, making it the perfect add-on to your favorite pork dish.

Ingredients:
1/3 cup paprika
1/4 cup sugar
3 teaspoons black pepper
2 tablespoons salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon white pepper

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.

Cajun Spice Mix
Looking for something to spice up some chicken, fish, or steak? This easy homemade Cajun spice mix will do it.

Ingredients:
4 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons sea salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.

All Purpose Seasoned Salt
Most seasoned salts have anti-caking agents and other preservatives. This one is easy to make and is perfect on burgers, pasta, or anything that needs a little zing.

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon sea salt

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.

Caribbean Jerk Seasoning
Mix this seasoning blend with some honey or brown sugar for an amazing jerk chicken or pork.

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon cayenne

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.

Asian 5 Spice
Instead of buying this for a single recipe, you can make your own out of spices you already probably have in your spice cabinet. Use on stir-fries, in curries, or any Asian inspired dish.

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon ground anise
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon ground fennel
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.

Fajita Seasoning
This easy to make seasoning is great for Southwestern inspired dishes, fajitas, burritos, or soups.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup chili powder
2 tablespoons sea salt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon cumin

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.

Herbs de Provence
Looking for an elegant seasoning blend to add to fish, cream sauces, or roasted vegetables? This delicate blend is the perfect option.

Ingredients:
4 tablespoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons dried marjoram
1 tablespoon dried rosemary
1 tablespoon dried savory
1/2 teaspoon ground fennel
1/2 teaspoon ground lavender

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake. Store in an airtight container.