A BBQ rub shaker solves a small but persistent problem: getting spices evenly onto your meat. Sprinkling straight from the bag or jar always leaves too much in one spot and too little in another, and you see and taste that in the crust. This shaker from Grill Fanatics spreads the blend in a fine, even layer, so your rub does what it's supposed to do.
What a BBQ rub shaker gets you
Rub only works well when it sits at the same thickness everywhere. Too thick and the sugars in the blend burn before the meat is done; too thin and you barely taste it. A shaker keeps that layer under control, even on a big cut like a pulled pork shoulder or a rack of ribs.
- An even spice layer over the entire cut of meat, sides included
- Keeps one hand clean: shake with one, turn the meat with the other
- Suitable for dry spice blends, salt, pepper and sugar mixes
- Also handy for vegetables, potato wedges and popcorn seasoning
- Stops you dipping messy fingers into your storage jar
How to use it
Fill the shaker with your own blend or a ready-made rub and hold it about twenty centimetres above the meat. From that height the powder falls like a veil instead of a clump. Pat the meat dry first and optionally add a thin layer of mustard or oil so the rub sticks better. Then let the meat rest for a moment so the spices can draw in moisture.
Cleaning and storage
Clean the shaker dry after use or rinse it and let it dry completely before refilling it: rub with salt and sugar clumps together the moment it meets moisture. Store it in a dry place, not right next to the kamado. Looking for a blend to fill it with, check out the flavourings. More gear for the barbecue can be found under BBQ tools, and if you make your own burgers, pair it with the burger press.
