Basic Spice Rub for Pork

(from jerseyjenny’s recipe box)

To apply spice rubs, sprinkle over the food and then gently massage in the seasonings to make sure they adhere. As a general rule, use about 1 tablespoon of rub per portion of poultry or meat and 1 teaspoon of rub per portion of fish. Although rubs can be applied right before cooking, we’ve discovered that the flavor of the spices penetrates deeper into the food if given time. Refrigerate rubbed meat for at least an hour to maximize the return (large cuts of meat can sit overnight for a spicier, more intense flavor).

Source: Cook's Illustrated

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Serves 10 people

Categories: Cook's Illustrated, rubs

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fennel seeds
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cumin seeds
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons coriander seeds
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

  1. Toast fennel, cumin, and coriander seeds. Grind toasted spice mixture, mustard, brown sugar, and cinnamon to fine powder.

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