It IS spring, right? Here in Alaska we aren't so sure, since today (May 2nd) it is snowing!! I have to stay positive and plan for future barbeque's though, so here is a QUICK and SUPER EASY dry rub to use the next time you grill outdoors. It may look a little on the sweet side, but the final product is NOT overly sweet, it is perfect.
3/4 cup white sugar3/4 cup brown sugar1/4 cup salt1 teaspoon onion powder (not onion salt)1 tablespoon coarse ground pepper pinch of cayenne pepper (or to taste)2 tablespoons paprika
Mix well and keep in jar with a tight lid. To use, brush your pork or chicken lightly with vegetable oil and then rub this mixture onto the surface of the meat about 20 minutes before grilling. It couldn't be easier!!
Make your own taco seasoning!! It is simple, quick, cheap and useful for almost anything. I use it on steak fajitas, tacos, Spanish rice, chicken and much more. It is so much more convenient (and tasty) than the commercial packets. In a bowl, mix together:12 teaspoons chili powder8 teaspoons paprika (not the spicy kind)8 teaspoons ground cumin6 teaspoons onion powder2 teaspoons garlic powder (not salt)¼ teaspoon cayenne powder2 teaspoons oregano1 tablespoon beef bullion granules
Mix well and store in a tightly covered jar. Can be used as a dry rub or if you are making taco's, brown the meat and drain well. Add 7 teaspoons of this mix and ½ cup water to a pound of ground beef. Stir well and simmer until liquid evaporates.
NOTE: This is not super spicy, but it is very full flavored. If you like more heat, you can always add more cayenne. Approximately 7 teaspoons of this mixture will season a pound of ground beef.NOTE: If you don't want to make a whole jar of seasoning...just divide this recipe by 4.
