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New trend of online video cooks using 2 barbecue rubs

Posted on 8/15/23 at 7:29 pm
Posted by SixthAndBarone
Member since Jan 2019
11332 posts
Posted on 8/15/23 at 7:29 pm
If you’re like me, you’ve noticed the surge of barbecue rubs on the market since online bbq videos have gained popularity.

Have you noticed the trend of these video makers using 2 brands of barbecue rub on the same meat? I keep seeing this. They use bottle A rub and then add bottle B rub.

I really have no point to this topic other than I’m seeing it daily now. I think a rub should stand on its own, with a few exceptions.
Posted by WestBay
Member since Jul 2023
388 posts
Posted on 8/15/23 at 7:35 pm to
They make the videos so you will buy the rub. Next they will be doing three.
Posted by BigDropper
Member since Jul 2009
8833 posts
Posted on 8/15/23 at 7:52 pm to
quote:

using 2 brands of barbecue rub on the same meat? I keep seeing this. They use bottle A rub and then add bottle B rub.
This is common in competition BBQ circles.
Posted by NOLAGT
Over there
Member since Dec 2012
14061 posts
Posted on 8/15/23 at 8:12 pm to
I tend to agree. The only thing I do if I have two is a general AP and then something more specific on top.
Posted by RockyMtnTigerWDE
War Damn Eagle Dad!
Member since Oct 2010
109157 posts
Posted on 8/16/23 at 1:40 am to
I have mixed rubs long before any videos.

I think cooking is made for trying things and not always following the norms. It’s a chance to be creative in your own kitchen/Backyard. You already know what your meats tastes like with the one rub and probably have had it the same way lots of times. What does it taste like with another added? Why not see what half a rack of ribs tastes like out of the three to five you may do?

Posted by Quatrepot
Member since Jun 2023
4154 posts
Posted on 8/16/23 at 11:13 am to
Interesting. I never use a rub and only a season-all. (T Boys usually).

Is the “rub” better and if so, how. Serious question.
Posted by tke_swamprat
Houma, LA
Member since Aug 2004
11211 posts
Posted on 8/16/23 at 11:23 am to
I like using a combo. Some are more sweet and some are more salty. Combine the two for great flavor.

I've actually been using spicy honey as a binder for my pork butts and using Meat Church's spicy honey hog rub. The bark has a nice a kick!
Posted by SixthAndBarone
Member since Jan 2019
11332 posts
Posted on 8/16/23 at 12:11 pm to
Rub and season all are basically the same, they just call bbq seasoning “rub”. Of course, there could be different flavors. BBQ rubs usually have a sweetener or sugar.

My thought is to find a rub or seasoning that you like. If one’s not sweet enough, find one sweeter. I just think these video people are overdoing it because they are trying to make it look good. But if you think 2 rubs taste better, go for it.
Posted by Sidicous
NELA
Member since Aug 2015
19296 posts
Posted on 8/16/23 at 6:51 pm to
If doubling up the rubs I would be concerned about the double amount of salt. Can fix spice but can’t fix over salting.
Posted by MeridianDog
Home on the range
Member since Nov 2010
14539 posts
Posted on 8/16/23 at 7:25 pm to
I have developed new packaging for my rub, thanks to the Better Than Bagel folks.





Snazzy, ain't it?

As far as using two rubs, I add half of what I want and then add the other a moment later.

I'd share the exact recipe for my rub, but it is a top secret blend.

I might develop a salt free version by drawing a line through the salt ingredient.
This post was edited on 8/16/23 at 7:27 pm
Posted by DeoreDX
Member since Oct 2010
4370 posts
Posted on 8/17/23 at 8:13 am to
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This is common in competition BBQ circles.


Using pre made rubs in a BBQ competition? What is this amateur hour?

But BBQ rubs are really just a pre-mix ratio of a handful of common ingredients we all have in our cupboards. I'm always surprised when someone will dedicate 3/4 of a day to cooking a piece of meat but won't dedicate 2 minutes to mix their own rub. Figure out the ratios you like. Add or subtract other ingredients to target a specific type of flavor. Mixing your rub is half the fun.
Posted by Saskwatch
Member since Feb 2016
18352 posts
Posted on 8/17/23 at 8:17 am to
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MeridianDog


I like the idea of allspice in a bbq rub. Thanks for sharing
Posted by BigDropper
Member since Jul 2009
8833 posts
Posted on 8/17/23 at 12:03 pm to
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Using pre made rubs in a BBQ competition? What is this amateur hour?

ignorant...

First, no one said anything about premade rub.

Second, if I make my rub before the competition, it's technically a premade rub.

Third, many professional BBQ competitors retail the proprietary blends that they use in competition.

Fourth, did I already say you sound ignorant?
Posted by tigersownall
Thibodaux
Member since Sep 2011
17192 posts
Posted on 8/17/23 at 1:47 pm to
You’ve been watching Jake Ellington haven’t you?
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