Tag: dry rub

Just don’t rub me the wrong way!

This first time I made this Tex-Mex spice rub I used it on chicken drumsticks which were barbequed but it would be good on pork as well.  It tasted delicious and not overly spicy.  At first I didn’t know exactly what to expect but the mix of cocoa powder and ground coffee beans together in one recipe was enough to make me want to try it out.  After all what is better than coffee & chocolate with chicken?

But seriously I think you should try it.  Makes 2 cups of spice blend mix.

½ cup chili powder

¼ cup paprika

1 Tbsp. ground cumin

1 tsp. garlic powder

1 tsp. red pepper flakes

2 tsp. salt

2 tsp. dried oregano

½ cup Cocoa powder (Try Trader Joe’s unsweetened or Fry’s)

1 Tbsp. ground coffee beans

Combine all ingredients in medium bowl; blend well.  Place in airtight container which can be stored in a cool dry place for up to 4 months.

Don’t forget to let me know how you like it

 

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