Wet Rubs

WET RUBS...

Aztec Rub

1 cup cumin seeds crushed
1/3 cup minced garlic
3 tablespoon coarse salt
1/4 cup liquid smoke
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 cup olive oil
Combine all ingredients, except oil in the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth. Slowly add oil with the motor running. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Makes about 2 cups.

Chili Paste

1 Lemon (and zest)
1 Lime (and zest)
1 orange (and zest)
1/2 green chili, or more to taste (chopped with or without seeds)
5 garlic cloves (finely crushed)
3 tablespoons mild chili powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Mix 1/2 teaspoon of each fruit zest and all the juices with other ingredients. Add more spices if desired. Let stand at least 30 minutes before using (should thicken).

Chili Wet Rub

2 tablespoons hot chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Mix all ingredients together.

Country Rub

2 cups crushed real bacon bits
2 cups minced parsley
2 cups tomato paste
1/3 cup cracked black pepper
1/3 cup paprika
Mix all ingredients together. Store in an airtight container.

Creole Rub

1/2 cup Creole mustard
1/2 cup minced onion
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup dry Cajun seasoning blend
Mix together. Store in air tight container.

Devil's Rub

3/4 cup minced garlic
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup red pepper flakes
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons coarse salt
Mix all ingredients together. Store in an airtight container.

Garlic Rub

1/4 cup olive oil
5 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon fresh parsley
1 teaspoon cayenne
Mix garlic, parsley and cayenne together. Slowly add oil while mixing. Store in refrigerator in air tight container.

Mustard Rub

2 cups Dijon mustard
1 cup minced parsley
1/2 cup dried orange or lemon peel
1/2 cup rosemary leaves, crushed
1/4 cup black pepper
Mix together. Store in refrigerator in air tight container.

Panhandle Rub

1/2 cup ground cumin of crushed cumin seeds
1/2 cup minced cilantro
1/2 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup minced garlic
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
Mix all ingredients except oil together. Slowly add oil while mixing. Store in refrigerator
in air tight container.

Southwestern Wet Rub for Brisket

2 tablespoon cayenne
1 tablespoon paprika
3 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Tabasco
3 cloves garlic crushed
Mix all ingredients together. Store in refrigerator in air tight container. Multiple this recipe if you wish to use frequently.