Basic Barbecue Rub

1/4 cup	coarse salt (kosher or sea)
1/4 cup	(packed) dark brown sugar
1/4 cup	paprika
3 T	freshly ground black pepper
1 T	garlic powder
1 T	dried onion flakes
1/2 to 1 t	cayenne pepper
1/2 t	celery seeds

Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir or whisk to mix. Transfer to a jar, cover, and store away from heat and light. The rub will keep for several months.

Makes 1 cup.
Source Barbecue Bible, Steven Raichlen

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