Recipes/Pork Shoulder Rub.md

🐷 Ultimate Pork Shoulder Rub

Yield: Makes about ½ cup (Perfect for one large 8–10 lb shoulder)

🛒 Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 ½ tablespoons Morton kosher salt (Note: If using Diamond Crystal, bump it up to about 2 tbsp)
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Chipotle powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon Cayenne pepper

🥣 Quick Instructions

1. Combine: Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl, or dump them into a mason jar and shake vigorously until completely blended.
2. Apply: Pat your pork shoulder completely dry, apply a thin binder if you like (a little yellow mustard is a classic choice), and coat the meat generously.
3. Store: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in a cool, dark pantry. It’ll stay fresh for up to 6 months!