Spice rub
Spice rub is a mixture of ground spices that is rubbed on raw food before it is cooked. The spice rub forms a coat on the food. The food can be marinated in the spice rub for some time for the flavors to incorporate, or it can be cooked immediately after it is coated in the rub. The spice rub can be left on or partially removed before cooking.
The spices are usually coarsely ground. In addition to spices, salt and sugar may be added to the rub. The salt for flavor and the sugar for caramelization. The exact ingredients vary, but most spice rubs contain the following:
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "rub" is derived from the English language verb phrase "to rub", which means to apply pressure and friction to a surface. It is used in this context because the mixture of spices is literally rubbed into the food to enhance its flavor.
Related Terms[edit | edit source]
- Marinade: A liquid mixture, similar to a spice rub, that is used to flavor foods before cooking.
- Basting: The process of applying a liquid, such as a marinade or a spice rub, to food while it is cooking.
- Brine: A solution of salt and water, often with added spices, in which food is soaked before cooking to enhance its flavor and moisture content.
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