Enjoy the rich flavor of this Pulled Pork Seasoning! This spice blend is a breeze to make and can be used on all types of meats and vegetables.
Our pulled pork seasoning is perfect for pork roasts, ribs, and poultry. The ingredients are easy to find, and measuring and combining the rub only takes about 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- Paprika (regular, not smoked)
- Dark brown sugar (contains more molasses for a deeper, richer flavor)
- Chili powder (mild)
- Kosher salt (We used Morton Kosher Salt during recipe development. Please keep in mind that other brands of kosher salt might have different concentrations and can alter the recipe. To avoid this, we recommend sticking with Morton.)
- Cumin powder
- Coarse ground black pepper (aim for a medium grind)
- Mustard powder
- Garlic powder (or granulated garlic, if preferred)
- Onion powder (or granulated onion, if desired)
- Dried savory (sub with dried thyme or marjoram)
- Cayenne Pepper (adjust the amount to suit your tastes)
Making the rub
This pulled pork seasoning recipe is quite easy to prepare, and it keeps for up to 1 year!
- Measure out the ingredients and add them to a medium bowl.
- Blend with a whisk or fork. The fork is particularly useful for breaking apart clumps formed by brown sugar or dried mustard.
- For a finer consistency, add the pulled pork seasoning ingredients to a food processor and pulse 4-5 times.
- You can use the pulled pork seasoning right away or store it in an airtight jar or plastic container for future use.
- When stored properly in a cool, dark cupboard, the rub will last for up to one year.
Applying Pulled Pork Seasoning
Binder and Optional Injection: Apply a thin layer of yellow mustard or Worcestershire sauce to the pork shoulder before applying the rub to help keep the seasonings in place. If you’d like to add flavor into the roast, try some of our Best Pork Injection Recipes prior to seasoning.
Use 1 tablespoon of pulled pork rub per pound of meat. So for an 8-pound pork butt, you’ll need 1/2 cup of rub.
Apply the rub by hand, as shown in the video below or pour the rub into a large spice shaker and apply it that way.
Discard any rub that has come into contact with raw meat.
Cook your pork roast as directed and enjoy the fruits of your labor!
Find more of our Best Pulled Pork Rub Recipes for more options. Use our simple guide for how to Make Barbecue Pulled Pork or use our method for Pellet Grill Method.
Pulled Pork Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup paprika
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup Morton Kosher Salt (stick with this brand as other kosher salts have different salt concentrations)
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 3 tablespoons cumin powder
- 2 tablespoons medium ground black pepper (or 16-gauge)
- 2 tablespoons mustard powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated onion
- 2 teaspoons dried savory (sub with dried thyme or marjoram)
- 2 teaspoons cayenne ( adjust to your liking)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and use as needed. Adjust the amount of cayenne to suit your tastes. If making ahead of time, store rub in an airtight container or a lidded jar for up to 6 months after initial preparation.
- Use 1 tablespoon of rub per pound of meat.
Notes
Nutrition
Apply your spice rubs like a professional with a spice shaker (aka Dredge). This one from Winware has a heavy build, is machine washable, and holds plenty of spice rub. Plus it costs about $7. Just make sure you don’t use this to store your rubs. It isn’t airtight.
