Copycat Kinder's All Purpose Meat And Veggie Rub
A cozy half-pint jar of Kinder’s All-Purpose Rub delivers that sweet-savory, smoky magic you can shake onto anything from chicken to veggies. Perfect for gifting or stocking your pantry, it’s a bold little blend that works hard for every sprinkle.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 1 tablespoon coarse black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1½ teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne optional but delicious
Instructions
- Layer neatly for gifting or dump-and-shake for pantry magic.
- Seal that jar like you mean it — spices fade faster than holiday patience.
- Add a tag:
- Use 1–2 teaspoons per pound of meat. Fabulous on chicken, pork, steak, veggies, potatoes, and even popcorn.
Notes
⭐ Shelf Life
Up to 1 year if kept cool, dark, and sealed tight.
Optional Add-Ins:
+1 tsp celery seed → more savory kick
+1 tbsp dark brown sugar → sweeter BBQ edge
+1 tsp lemon pepper → brightens chicken & fish
+½ tsp chipotle powder → smoky heat