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Homemade BBQ Spice Blend

Published: Feb 22, 2024 · Modified: Nov 11, 2024 by Meeta Arora · Leave a Comment

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Homemade bbq spice blend in a jar

This homemade BBQ spice blend is the best seasoning for bbq chicken, pork, veggies, and so much more all season long!

Bbq spice blend being put into a small glass jar.

When it comes to spice mixtures, I will admit I am REALLY picky. I am not someone who has ever really gone and bought premixed spices, even before I went gluten-free. I will say that I did get a few from Penzys over the years, but even then, I would notice slight changes in the flavors between batches, and sometimes they just didn't taste right to me.

After I went gluten-free, I noticed where gluten could hide, and I saw many spices had anti-caking ingredients and they weren't being listed as gluten-free. Odd to me since spices should just be spices, right? Thankfully, I figured that out quickly, so I wasn't going to be making myself sick all the time from herbs.

This southern girl loves her flavors, and spices are the way to get that. So, I started experimenting with different spice blends until I came up with a few of my go-to combinations. This blend is unique because it's the best BBQ seasoning!

Ingredients to make the best bbq seasoning.

  • Brown Sugar
  • Paprika
  • Cayenne Pepper
  • Chili Powder
  • Garlic Powder
  • Onion Powder
  • Ground Mustard
  • Celery Salt
  • Salt
  • Pepper
Overhead view of the ingredients for making the best bbq spice blend.

How to Make Homemade BBQ Seasoning

  1. Measure out the spices
  2. Mix to combine.
  3. Store in an airtight container.
Spices in a bowl to make the best bbq pork rub.

How to use this bbq sweet rub?

This spice mixture is really versatile to use. I use this as a sweet rib rub recipe on my oven pork ribs. It works amazing as a pork butt seasoning when making my gluten-free pulled pork. It even makes the best seasoning for bbq chicken. You can grill with this bbq spice blend and even use it as a good smoker spice blend.

How long does a homemade bbq spice blend last?

When it comes to spices, there are a few things to consider. Spices lose their flavor over time, so I do not recommend storing spices for more than a few months.

This particular spice blend makes enough for a few recipes for me personally, so I go through it a lot, and I will double or triple the batch, especially during BBQ season.

Because this bbq spice blend does have brown sugar, I don't try to keep it in my cabinet for more than six months.

More Gluten-Free BBQ Ideas You'll Love

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  • Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Cherry BBQ Sauce
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Sweet pork rub being used on some st louis style ribs.

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Bbq pork dry rub for ribs in a jar.

Homemade BBQ Spice Blend

Meeta Arora
This homemade BBQ spice blend is the best seasoning for bbq chicken, pork, veggies, and so much more all season long!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course basic, condiment, spice
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 10 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ Cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 Teaspoons Paprika
  • 2 Teaspoons Ground Mustard
  • 3 Teaspoons Garlic
  • 2 Teaspoons Onion Powder
  • 1-2 Teaspoons Cayenne Pepper depending if you want a little kick
  • ½ Teaspoon Celery Salt
  • 1 Tablespoon Pepper
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons Salt

Instructions
 

  • Mix everything and store it in an airtight container.
    ½ Cup Brown Sugar, 2 Teaspoons Paprika, 2 Teaspoons Ground Mustard, 3 Teaspoons Garlic, 2 Teaspoons Onion Powder, 1-2 Teaspoons Cayenne Pepper, ½ Teaspoon Celery Salt, 1 Tablespoon Pepper, 1 ½ Tablespoons Salt
  • Use it as you would any BBQ seasoning on your favorite meats and vegetables.

Notes

This particular spice blend makes enough for a few recipes for me personally, so I go through it a lot, and I will double or triple the batch, especially during BBQ season.
Use this bbq spice blend as a sweet pork rub or a dry rub for bbq chicken. The possibilities are endless.

Nutrition

Calories: 10kcal
Keyword bbq pork rub, bbq spice blend, chicken rub for grilling, dry rub for bbq chicken, meat rubs, smoker spices, sweet pork rub
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