Bobby Flay’s Caramelized Spice Rub

Chef-in-residence Bobby Flay is back with a flavor-packed BBQ hack you’ll need to taste to believe. This rich, smoky, mildly spicy rub is the perfect one-and-done seasoning for chicken, ribs, burgers, veggies, and more. Make it ahead for easy seasoning, or prep it for a stand-out summer barbecue spread. 

Get the recipe for Bobby Flay’s Caramelized Spice Rub:

Brings automatic flavor, automatic texture, and direct flavor to fish, chicken, pork or beef. Make a batch and have on hand for any time!

What you’ll need for Bobby Flay’s Caramelized Spice Rub:

• 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons ancho powder
• 1 tablespoon ground fennel
• 1 tablespoon ground mustard
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1 tablespoon granulated onion 
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt

How to make Bobby Flay’s Caramelized Spice Rub:

1. Add all the spices to a small bowl and mix until fully combined. Use immediately, or save in a container with a tight fitting lid until ready to use.

Try these other Bobby Flay spiced BBQ recipes:

Bobby Flay’s All-Purpose Spice Rub

Bobby Flay’s Spice-Crusted Dallas Burger

Bobby flay’s Spice-Crusted Ribeye with BBQ Sauce