Old Saratoga Spice Rubs

• BBQ SPICE RUB- This rub is low salt, sugar free, with low-moderate heat.

 Brisket-Rub thoroughly on brisket. Slow cook for 1-3 hrs on oak and 7-10 hrs in a low temp oven. Should be moist and fall apart when you bite into it.

 Burgers-Mix w/ground beef or turkey.

 Chicken-Boneless Breasts-cover moderately w/rub. Place in covered container for 2 or more hrs to marinate. 1/2 or 1/4 chicken pieces-cover thoroughly w/rub and marinate 6 or more hrs in a covered container.

 Fish-Sprinkle on light tasting fish like Talapia or Trout.

 Steak-Sprinkle or rub on steaks to taste.

 Other Uses-Sprinkle on steamed veggies or use to make Spicy French Fries.

• SWEET AND SMOKY RUB- This rub is low salt and includes Smoked Salt, regular and dehydrated brown sugar in the recipe. Use it when you want to get a slightly smoky grilled flavor from your oven.

 BBQ Sauce-1-14 oz can tomato sauce, 2/3 cup molasses, 1/4 cup honey, 1/3 cup spicy brown mustard, 2 TBSP dried minced onion, 2 TBSP Sweet and Smoky Rub. Combine ingredients in a sauce pan, bring to a simmer and cook 10 minutes.

 Oven Pulled Pork-Cover pork butt w/heavy coat of rub. Cook low temp 5-8 hrs. After bones and fat are removed, add desired amt of BBQ sauce above.

 Oven Ribs-Cover ribs w/rub and cook. To finish, coat w/BBQ sauce and place under broiler for 3-5 minutes.

• SWEET AND SPICY RUB- This rub is low salt and contains regular and dehydrated brown sugar.

 Chicken-Marinate in thick coat of rub for 2 or more hrs.

 Zesty Teriyaki Chicken, Steak, Salmon-Combine 2 TBSP Rub, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 2 TBSP soy sauce. Marinate meat or fish for 3 or more hrs.

 Pulled Pork-Rub pork before cooking in smoker or wood grill. Add BBQ sauce to finish.

 Ribs-Apply generously before cooking.

 Fish-Best on strong tasting fish like salmon. Apply moderately to generously before baking or broiling.

• TACO, FAJITA, CHILI MIX- Use this seasoning to flavor chili, enchiladas, fajitas, and other Tex-Mex dishes.                                                        Mix 1 Tsp TFC Mix with 8 oz sour cream for veggie dip.                                                            For Hot Dog Chili Sauce- Brown 1 lb Ground Beef, add 6 oz tomato sauce, and 1Tbsp TFC Mix.         Makes an excellent seasoning for roasted veggies or fried potatoes.
• GARLIC-SMOKED SALT-PEPPER                          Spinkle on steaks or other meat, poultry, fish or veggies or use any time you would use garlic, salt, and pepper.                                                     for Smoky Garlic Dip, combine 1 tsp GSSP with 8 oz sour cream.  Refrigerate at least 1 hour, re-stir before serving                                       mix 1 tsp GSSP with 8 oz cream cheese for a zesty bagel spread                                                   Smoky Garlic Mashed Potatoes- combine two cups (fresh or instant) mashed potatoes with 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup cream cheese, and 1 1/2 tsp GSSP                                                    Roasted Potatoes or Veggies-  in a bag combine diced potatoes or veggies with 1-2 tsp GSSP.  Close bag and shake.  Remove from bag and roast as desired in 350 deg oven on a baking sheet or rack

• SMOKED SALT Use it to add a smoky flavor in any dish where you would normally use salt.

Grilled romaine-Split romaine head length-wise. Brush cut side w/olive oil, place on hot grill for about 30 seconds. Do not wilt. Remove and sprinkle grilled side w/smoked salt. Drizzle w/balsamic vinegar. Eat like a hot dog.

•  PROVENCAL-Great for Garlic and Herb steak, chicken, or shrimp. To create -apply Provencal mix, marinate 4 or more hrs before cooking. (Can also be applied before freezing. As the food thaws it also marinates.)                                     For Provencal Roasted Potatoes or vegetables- cut or dice to desired size.  In a large bowl, add olive oil and PGH Mix then toss to coat.  Bake on sheet pan at 350 deg.  How much mix to use and cooking time depends on your personal tastes.   For Easy Garlic-Herb Dip-  Mix 1 1/2 tsp PGH Mix with 8 oz sour cream.  For a spread replace sour cream with softened cream cheese and a bit of milk to thin it a touch so it is spreadable.  Enjoy!