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4-3-2-1 Spice Rub

By Alison Roman

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4-3-2-1 Spice RubPhoto by Peden + Munk

You can use this simple formula to wake up the Beer-Can Chicken , add another layer of flavor to the Barbecued Chicken , or sass up plenty of things that aren't poultry, like pork, steak, or vegetables.

Ingredients

4 tablespoons kosher salt
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

Preparation

  1. Makes enough spice rub for two whole chickens. Double or triple the recipe and use it all summer.

TagsDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVegetarianVeganQuickEasy30 Minutes or LessMake AheadBon Appétit

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