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Smoky Rub

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  • TOTAL TIME: 10 MIN
  • SERVINGS: Makes about 1/2 cup
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  1. 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  2. 1 teaspoon ground chipotle
  3. 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  4. 1 teaspoon onion powder
  5. 1 teaspoon dried orange peel
  6. 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  7. 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  1. In a small skillet, toast the oregano, chipotle, cumin, onion powder and orange peel over moderate heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl to cool. Stir in the sugar and salt.
Notes Good For Pork chops, flank steak, skirt steak and other quick-cooking meats.