Gentlemen, Start your Grills!!

With Spring approaching and the weather warming up its time to dust off the grill and get ready. Soon the smells of meat cooking will permeate the air. Get a head start on now. Here are a few Rubs that will make the next Bar-B-Que a hit.

1. Coffee Dry Rib Rub

• 2 cups of light Brown sugar
• 1 cup of Chili powder
• 1/4 cup of Paprika
• 1/4 cup of Kosher salt
• 1/4 cup of ground coffee (dark roast)
• 1/2 cup of medium ground Black pepper

-Combine well and store in an airtight container. Use on ribs and Brisket

2. Chimichurri Rub

• 3 Tbl dried Oregano leaves
• 3 Tbl dried Basil leaves
• 2 tsp dried Parsley
• 2 Tbl Kosher salt
• 1 Tbl ground  pepper
• 1 Tbl dried Savory leaves
• 1 Tbl smoked Paprika (also called Pimenton Dulce)
• 1-2 tsp dried red pepper

- combine well and store in an airtight container. This is an Argentina blend that works well on Beef, Chicken, and Fish

 3.   Greek Wet Rub

• 1/4 cup of Oregano leaves (Fresh)
• 2 Tbl of Rosemary leaves (Fresh)
• 3 Tbl of Olive Oil
• 1 Tbl of Lemon juice
• 2 tsp of salt
• 2 tsp of Lemon rind
• 4 garlic cloves, minced

- Place in a blender or food processor and blend until well chopped. Works well on Lamb, Poultry, and Seafood
**if using dried ingredients reduce amounts by 1/2