Cocoa Rub

This spicy cocoa rub is excellent for chicken, steaks, thick chops, and spare ribs. You can also add it to chili and hearty, thick soups.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 26 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 3 tablespoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 3 tablespoons ground cumin
• ¼ cup sea salt

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir the salt, cocoa powder, white sugar, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, and black pepper in a small bowl until combined. Store in an airtight container.

Step 2

To use, rub 2 to 3 teaspoons of the spice mixture onto a serving of meat, and let stand at least 10 minutes before cooking.