Holy Cow Rub Recipe

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Want to make your beef zing with delectable flavors? Holy Cow rub can be your ultimate choice. Beef Church has been serving us delicious BBQ dishes since 2014. Holy Cow rub is one of their most selling items. 

What if you don’t have to spend dollars to buy it from the store? Yes, now you can make it at home. Our homemade Holy Cow rub recipe is so easy anyone can make it. Smoked paprika, black pepper, and kosher salt will turn beef delightfully infused with extraordinary flavors. Tag along!

Holy Cow Rub Recipe

Meat Church Rib Rub Ingredients:

Wondering about the list of ingredients? Worry not. The ingredients needed for our homemade Holy Cow are simple but the flavors will amaze you, trust me. This BBQ dry rub is wonderful on ribs, tri-tip, briskets, and steaks, but can be applied to any of your favorite BBQ items. 

You can even make chicken wings and burgers with it. And you know what the best part is? It’s free from gluten and preservatives. Let’s know the ingredients in detail:

Smoked Paprika: 

Smoked paprika is the magical ingredient that adds smokiness to the beef. Use ¼ cup to make our meat church rib rub rich with flavors.

Garlic powder:

Garlic is the spice I use in all kinds of meat recipes. It enhances the taste of the rub. 1 teaspoon will be enough for this recipe.

Brown sugar:

Do you like the caramel-like crust on your grilled beef? Thanks to the brown sugar. Add ¼ cup to our meat church rub recipe.

Celery Seed Powder:

Celery seeds have a fresh, citrusy taste of its own. But it complements the other flavors of the rub. Use ½ teaspoon of powdered celery seed in the recipe.

Cayenne pepper:

Cayenne pepper gives heat and spice to our dry rub recipe. 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper does wonders for hot BBQ beef.

Black pepper:

Black pepper intensifies the flavors of any savory recipe. ¼ cup of black pepper works wonderfully in the meat church rub recipe.

Cumin:

Cumin is a powerful earthy spice. It enriches the flavors of the spice blend. Use 1 teaspoon in the recipe.

Mustard Powder:

Mustard powder gives our meat church rib rub a nice tang. I used 1 teaspoon in the recipe.

Kosher Salt:

Spices provide the flavors while salt is needed to balance them. Also, salt helps to tenderize the meat. I prefer kosher salt for its coarse texture and intense flavor. Use 1/4 cup in the recipe.

How To Make Holy Cow Brisket Rub?

Missing those yummy beef briskets you had in Texas? What if you can make those from the comfort of your home? Our homemade Holy Cow dry rub will make your BBQ beef briskets burst with the refreshing flavors of Texas.

It’ll turn regular BBQ items into something extraordinary. Be it lamb, beef, pork, or poultry, it makes everything better. Just follow the simple directions and save dollars!

Step 1:

Take a small bowl. Put all the ingredients as per the given measurement. Whisk together until well mixed. Even out lumps with a fork or dry hands if any. And Tada! Your homemade cattle rub is ready to spice up beef ribs.

Step 2:

Use it instantly or store it in a dry, airtight container. It can be used in beef ribs, briskets, and even on vegetables and tofu while grilling. 

Step 3:

Wipe out any moisture from the brisket with a paper towel. Generously apply the rub directly on the skin. Coat it evenly from all sides.

Refrigerate for at least one hour. The longer you allow it to sit, the more spices can penetrate inside. After that, grill, smoke, or bake, whichever is convenient for you.

Holy Cow Rub Recipe

Holy Cow Rub Recipe

This quick and easy Holy Cow rub recipe is the best homemade spice blend for grilled beef. It reflects the flavor of smoked paprika, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and more. Enjoy!
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Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings0.5 Cup
Calories126kcal
AuthorSpice to Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 Teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1/4 Cup Smoked paprika
  • 1/4 Cup Brown sugar
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Celery Seed powder
  • 1/4 Cup Kosher salt
  • 1 Tablespoon Cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 Cup Freshly ground Black pepper
  • 1 Teaspoon Cumin powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Mustard powder

Instructions

  • Measure and put all the ingredients in a small bowl
  • Stir very well. Even out the lumps if any
  • Use right on your BBQ beef brisket, or store for later use

Notes

Store it in an airtight container, away from sunlight and moisture, for up to 6 months. It’ll remain usable. As it takes only 5 minutes to prepare, I recommend making it instantly for fresh flavors.
You can use this dry rub on any meat with or without skin. As a specialty rub for cattle, it’ll enhance beef ribs and briskets amazingly. Smoke, grill, or bake, this rub is suitable for all.
Add 1 teaspoon more of Cayenne pepper if you like your rub spicier. Or less if you want only mildly spicy beef.
I prefer smoked paprika for its inherent smokiness. But sweet or hot paprika will work too.
You can use white sugar too. But brown sugar is coarse and has a tenderizing effect on meat which is its best for rubs. 
Worried about the measurement of salt? No, your beef won’t be too salty. It’s only a dry rub, right? 
You can use this rub as a seasoning for fried chicken, wings, and noodles.
Use fresh spices to help with the longevity of the rub.

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcal

Final Words:

Our homemade Holy Cow dry rub makes beef taste wonderful with all the spices sinked in. It has the perfect balance of spice and sweet. The flavors will please your taste buds but won’t overwhelm.

Looking for easy dinner ideas? Go for beef roast with our homemade Holy Cow rub. Pair it up with roasted potatoes and vegetables. It’s such a wholesome meal, you’ll go for it again and again. Enjoy!

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