Big James' Pork Rub

This pork shoulder rub is a homemade spice blend for Boston butt made with pantry staples, including paprika, chili powder, sugar, cayenne, and cumin.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 394 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons celery seed
• 2 teaspoons dry brown mustard
• 0.25 cup white sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup paprika
• 0.5 cup chili powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix together paprika, chili powder, both sugars, celery seed, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, garlic powder, cumin, and salt in a bowl.

Step 2

Store in an airtight container or keep in the freezer in a resealable plastic bag.