Reddit reviews Paul Kirk's Championship Barbecue Sauces: 175 Make-Your-Own Sauces, Marinades, Dry Rubs, Wet Rubs, Mops and Salsas (Non)

I've picked up this book from Ebay for like $2 and I'd recommend it.

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I recommend Paul Kirk's Championship BBQ Sauces. Worth every last penny, and has way more than just sauces. It's got seasonings, marinades, infused oils, curry powders, rubs, I mean, you name it, it's got it.

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The mustard acts like a glue for your rub. You can't taste it. Check out Paul Kirks book. It shows you how to make rubs.

I make two of my own plus a garlic pepper blend I use as a base rub for most of my BBQ meats, but purchase 3 or 4 others that have a following on the competition trail, like Dizzy Pig or Smokin' Guns.

The best advice for making your own is to buy good spices online (storebought ones can be years old), and also check out Paul Kirk's book, it is very helpful in teaching you how to combine seasonings for your own rubs, and has good recipes too.

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I have this book, and I've yet to make something out of it that isn't great.
Paul Kirk's Championship Barbecue Sauces (amazon)

I like all the books by Paul Kirk. His Championship Barbecue Sauces gives instructions on how to develop your own sauce and rubs. I think that is the second book I ever bought and it is sitting next to me as I type this.

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