All Purpose Beef Rub – Make an Easy Beef Rub

Are you planning to smoke a brisket or maybe some beef ribs? Hey, that’s when you will need an All Purpose Beef Rub! However, it is not just for the smoker, your steaks, burgers, and roasts will have a delicious flavor that will wow your family!

Homemade All Purpose Beef Rub

This homemade all purpose beef rub is simple, quick, and easy to make. If you are a seasoned pitmasters or if you are just a dad who likes to fire up the grill on weekends, this is your new go to rub! This beef rub is nothing fancy, just basic ingredients that will add amazing flavor to your beef. Your family will smile from ear to ear when they taste it.

The Recipe: Simple, Bold, and Delicious

Here’s what you’ll need to whip up this all purpose meat rub:

• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) – if you want a little heat.

Grab a bowl, toss these ingredients together, and mix ‘em up. That’s it—you’ve got a rub that’s ready to transform any cut of beef. Store extras in an airtight container, because trust me, you’ll be using this a lot.

How to Use Your New All Purpose Meat Rub: Apply, Rest, Cook It

Using this rub is as easy as it gets, but here’s how to do it right:

• Prep the Beef: Pat your meat dry with paper towels.
• Dust your Meat: Sprinkle your all purpose meat rub generously all over your brisket, steak, roast, etc. Don’t be shy and press the rub into your beef.
• Let It Sit: Give it at least 30 minutes to rest. This starts the “dry brine” process, so the longer you let it rest, the better. Leave it in the fridge overnight for the best results.
• Cook It Up: Fire up the grill, smoker, or oven. Cook your beef to your liking - rare, medium, whatever floats your boat. The rub will form a crust that locks in flavor and looks impressive.

This stuff isn’t just for beef either. Slap it on pork or chicken if you’re feeling adventurous, but let’s be real—beef is where its at with this rub!

Why This Rub Rules

I stumbled across this rub at my buddy backyard barbecue a couple summers back. He was pretty tight lipped about his smoked brisket. After I had one bite I understood why. The bark was amazing, and the flavor had a true Texas BBQ base.

So after some arm-twisting (and a few cold ones), he spilled the beans on this recipe. I’ve been hooked ever since. I used it on a ribeye for the guys during game night, and let’s just say the steak disappeared faster than the nachos.

Tips to Make This Beef Rub Your Own

• Mix It Up: Love heat? Double the cayenne. Do you want it a little sweeter? Toss in a teaspoon of brown sugar.
• Grill Like a Pro: For steaks, sear hot and fast. For brisket, go low and slow in the smoker. This rub is all purpose so experiment with it.

In Conclusion

This All Purpose Beef Rub isn’t just a recipe, it’s a game-changer. Next time you’re manning the grill, give it a shot.

Also, if you don’t want to mess with making your own rub, we got your back. Take a look at our BBQ Rubs! One of my favorite beef rubs is Butcher BBQ Steak and Brisket Rub!

Ok, I have a request. If you got an incredible beef dish you made with this, drop a comment below. Snap a pic and tag it #PMEBeefRub on social media. Let’s see who can bring the most heat to the table.

Now, get out there and smoke some beef like you mean it. You’ve got this.