spice essentials: spicy pork rub

Name: Spice Essentials: Spicy Pork Rub
Prep time: 1 h 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ## PLAN/PURCHASE; 4 tablespoon(s) hungarian paprika; 2 tablespoon(s) coconut sugar; 1 tablespoon(s) white pepper, freshly ground; 1 tablespoon(s) salt, kosher variety; 2 teaspoon(s) dried thyme; 2 teaspoon(s) mustard powder; 1 teaspoon(s) ground cumin; 1 teaspoon(s) dried sage; 1/4 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper, or to taste

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Andy Anderson !

Wichita, KS

Updated on Oct 11, 2018

This is a great pork rub with a bit of a spicy kick. I designed it for pork; however, I can see it being used on chicken, and I might add some dill, and try it out on fish. I have included a recipe that I use it with on boneless pork tenderloins. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

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prep time 1 Hr 10 Min

cook time 20 Min

method Bake

yield Several

Ingredients

PLAN/PURCHASE
4 tablespoons hungarian paprika
2 tablespoons coconut sugar
1 tablespoon white pepper, freshly ground
1 tablespoon salt, kosher variety
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons mustard powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried sage
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

How To Make spice essentials: spicy pork rub

Step 1

PREP/PREPARE

Step 2

The amount of time it takes to bake these chops will be determined by their thickness. My chops were 1-inch (2.5cm). If they are thicker or thinner, will need to adjust the baking time accordingly.
Step 3

Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
Step 4

Add all the spice ingredients to a bowl, and whisk together.
Step 5

Place into a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, and store in a cool, dry place until needed.
Step 6

BAKED PORK CHOPS
Step 7

Brush the pork chops with a generous amount of honey.
Step 8

Sprinkle the spice mix on both sides of the chops, and place in the fridge for about an hour.
Step 9

Meanwhile, place a rack in the middle position, and preheat the oven to 400f (205c).
Step 10

Add a wire rack to a parchment-lined baking sheet, and place the chops on top, and sprinkle a bit more spice mixture on top.
Step 11

Chef’s Tip: Rub a bit of oil on the rack, so the chops do not stick.
Step 12

Place into the oven, and bake, until they are cooked through, and golden in color, about 20 minutes.
Step 13

PLATE/PRESENT
Step 14

I usually serve this on a bed of white rice; however, when I am feeling nostalgic, I serve it with mash taters, and corn. Enjoy.
Step 15

Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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