Best 11 Bobby Flays 16 Spice Rub Recipes

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**Bobby Flay's 16-Spice Rub: A Flavorful Journey Around the World**

Embark on a culinary adventure with Bobby Flay's renowned 16-spice rub, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a world of culinary delights. This versatile rub is a harmonious blend of 16 carefully selected spices, each contributing its unique character to create a complex and captivating flavor profile. From the warmth of cumin and coriander to the zesty kick of paprika and cayenne, this rub promises an explosion of flavors that will elevate any dish to new heights. Whether you're grilling, roasting, or smoking, Bobby Flay's 16-spice rub will transform your culinary creations into extraordinary experiences. Explore the diverse recipes featured in this article, each showcasing the versatility of this remarkable rub. From savory grilled chicken to succulent roasted pork tenderloin and aromatic smoked salmon, these recipes will guide you through a culinary journey that celebrates the magic of Bobby Flay's 16-spice rub. Prepare to embark on a taste sensation that will leave you craving more.

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BOURBON BBQ CHICKEN WITH SIXTEEN SPICE RUB



Bourbon BBQ Chicken with Sixteen Spice Rub image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 36

3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons ancho chili powder
3 tablespoons pasilla chili powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons ground coriander
3 tablespoons ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon ground fennel seed
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon allspice
1 teaspoon chile de arbol
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons coarsely ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium Spanish onion, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup bourbon, plus 2 tablespoons
1 cup ketchup
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 canned chipotle chile in adobo, chopped
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon molasses
3 bone-in, skin-on breasts
3 bone-in, skin-on thighs
3 bone-in, skin-on legs
1/4 cup canola oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Make the rub: Whisk all the spice rub ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Make the bbq sauce: Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a heavy-bottomed medium saucepan. Add the onion and cook until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in 1/2 cup of the bourbon and cook until reduced. Add the ketchup and water, bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients and simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • Cool for about 5 minutes, then transfer the mixture to a food processor and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour into a bowl, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of bourbon and allow to cool at room temperature. The sauce will keep for 1 week in the refrigerator stored in a tightly sealed container.
  • Heat the grill to medium heat. Brush the chicken with the 1/4 cup of oil and season on both sides with the spice rub. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill the chicken slowly, with the lid closed, until golden brown on both sides and fat has rendered. Begin brushing the chicken liberally with the bbq sauce during the last 10 minutes of grilling.
  • Arrange on a serving platter and serve.

DRY RUB



Dry Rub image

"This spice rub adds great flavor to pork, beef, lamb, chicken or fish -- and it's made from ingredients you'll probably find in your pantry," says Bobby.

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup paprika
1 cup ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons mustard powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl.
  • Divide among small spice containers and store for up to 4 months.

BOBBY'S RUB FOR FISH



Bobby's Rub for Fish image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 1/4 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the ancho, cinnamon, cumin, salt, brown sugar and black pepper in a bowl. Mix to blend. Transfer to an airtight container and store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

BOBBY'S SPICE RUB FOR BEEF AND PORK



Bobby's Spice Rub for Beef and Pork image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield about 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup ancho chile powder
2 tablespoons ground coriander
2 tablespoons dry mustard
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon chile de arbol powder or cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together the ancho, coriander, mustard, paprika, pepper, salt, chile de arbol, cumin and oregano until blended. Store in a cool, dark place, tightly covered, for up to 6 months.

BOBBY'S WORLD FAMOUS STEAK RUB FROM MESA, BAR AMERICAIN AND BF STEAK



Bobby's World Famous Steak Rub from Mesa, Bar Americain and Bf Steak image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     condiment

Time 15m

Yield about 2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup ancho chili powder
1/3 cup Spanish paprika
3 tablespoons ground dried oregano
3 tablespoons ground coriander
3 tablespoons dry mustard
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons chile de arbol, optional

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients. Store rub in a container with a tight fitting lid in a cool, dark, place.

SIXTEEN-SPICE-RUBBED CHICKEN BREAST WITH BLACK PEPPER VINEGAR SAUCE AND GREEN ONION SLAW



Sixteen-Spice-Rubbed Chicken Breast with Black Pepper Vinegar Sauce and Green Onion Slaw image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 34m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 36

1 cup coarsely chopped green onions, white and green parts
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
2 serrano chiles
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 cup canola oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 small head of purple cabbage, finely shredded
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon pasilla chile powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground fennel seeds
Heaping 1/4 teaspoon chile de arbol
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
Heaping 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 (8-ounce) boneless chicken breasts, skin on
1/4 cup canola oil
Black Pepper Vinegar Sauce (recipe follows)
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To make the dressing for the slaw, combine the green onions, vinegar, honey, chiles, mayonnaise, oil and salt and pepper to taste in a blender and blend until emulsified.
  • Combine the cabbage, red onion and poppy seeds in a bowl, add the dressing, and stir until combined. Fold in the cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate while you grill the chicken or for up to 1 hour.
  • Heat your grill to high.
  • Stir together the ancho powder, pasilla powder, cumin, coriander, ginger, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, allspice, cinnamon, cloves, fennel, chile de arbol, 2 tablespoons salt, black pepper and cayenne in a small bowl.
  • Brush both sides of the breasts with the oil and season with salt. Rub the top side of each breast with a few tablespoons of the rub and place on the grill, rub side down. Grill until golden brown and slightly charred, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn the breasts over and continue grilling until just cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes longer.
  • Remove the chicken from the grill and drizzle with the black pepper vinegar sauce. Tent loosely with foil and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve the slaw on the side.
  • Combine the vinegar, oil, mustard, honey, salt and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth. The sauce can be made 1 day in advance, covered and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.

SIXTEEN SPICE SMOKED CHICKEN



Sixteen Spice Smoked Chicken image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
1 tablespoon pasilla chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground fennel seed
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon chili de arbol powder
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (3 to 4-pound) chicken
1 cup applewood or hickory wood chips, soaked in water for 10 minutes

Steps:

  • Combine all spices in a bowl. Rub the entire chicken with the spice rub, including the cavity, and set aside while you prepare the grill.
  • Set up a charcoal grill for indirect grilling. Throw the soaked wood chips on the hot coals. Place the cover on the grill and adjust the vents holes on the top and bottom to obtain the desired temperature (in this case it should be about 350 degrees F).
  • Place the chicken on the rack of the grill opposite the coals and smoke until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F, using an instant-read thermometer, about 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Remove from the grill, tent loosely with foil, and let rest 10 minutes before carving.

SPICE-RUBBED CORNED BEEF WITH MUSTARD-HONEY-HORSERADISH SAUCE



Spice-Rubbed Corned Beef with Mustard-Honey-Horseradish Sauce image

Provided by Bobby Flay | Bio & Top Recipes

Time 3h50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 3-pound corned beef brisket (spice packet discarded)
3 tablespoons ancho chile powder
2 tablespoons Spanish paprika
1 tablespoon ground dried oregano
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground chile de arbol
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Canola oil
For the sauce:
1/2 cup dijon mustard
1/2 cup whole-grain mustard
1/2 cup clover honey
1/4 cup prepared horseradish, drained

Steps:

  • Put the corned beef in a large pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover, reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until tender, 2 1/2 to 3 hours, adding more water if needed to keep the beef submerged. Remove from the water and let cool 30 minutes, then cut into 1-inch-thick slices.
  • Meanwhile, make the spice rub: Whisk the chile powder, paprika, oregano, coriander, mustard powder, cumin, chile de arbol and 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Make the sauce: Whisk the dijon and whole-grain mustards, the honey and horseradish in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Let the sauce sit at room temperature at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Spread the spice rub on a plate. Dredge one side of each slice of beef in the rub and tap off the excess. Heat a few tablespoons canola oil in a large nonstick saute pan until it begins to shimmer. A few slices at a time, add the beef, rub-side down, and cook until a golden-brown crust has formed, about 2 minutes. Flip the slices and continue cooking another minute or two, adding more oil as needed. Serve with cabbage and the sauce.

SIXTEEN SPICE CHICKEN - MESA GRILL



Sixteen Spice Chicken - Mesa Grill image

I had this chicken at Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill in Las Vegas and fell in love with it! The chef gave me the recipe for the Mesa Grill Poultry Rub! The rest of the recipe is mine. It's the juiciest chicken you will ever have, even the next day. You can make this on your rotisserie, in the oven, or on the grill. The following cooking times are only approximations, as all rotisseries, ovens and grills are different. Please refer to your owners manual. ROTISSERIE: 400 degrees @ 15 minutes per pound. OVEN: 400 Degrees for @ 15 minutes per pound GRILL: Coals on one side of grill, chicken on the other side @ 15 minutes per pound. Prep time does not include brining time.

Provided by Brandess

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 Chicken, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 roasting chicken, whole washed and dried
1 gallon water
1/4 cup salt, Kosher
1/2 cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons cinnamon
3 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder
3 tablespoons ground pasilla chile powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons ground coriander
3 tablespoons ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon ground fennel
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon allspice
1 teaspoon arbol chile
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large vessel, place water, 1/4 cup kosher salt and 1/2 cup brown sugar in a gallon of water. Dissolve well and add a fresh chicken or it can be added completely frozen. Cover with foil and allow to brine for at least 2 hours for a fresh chicken in the fridge or 4-8 hours for a frozen chicken on the counter.
  • Pull chicken from the brine, rinse under cold water and dry well. Discard the brine.
  • Combine the spices in a medium bowl. Note that this will make a lot of spice rub and you will not use it all. Store leftover spice rub in a tightly sealed jar and store in the freezer.
  • Brush chicken with olive oil and rub 3 tablespoons of the spice mixture over the entire bird and inside the cavity. You may find that you want to add more of the rub after cooking and serving. It's better to use a lighter hand in this step and add it at the table later until you find your perfect taste point. Place chicken on a plate and allow to sit in the fridge for an hour.
  • Place the chicken on your rotisserie at 400 degrees @ 15 minutes per pound. Let go until just cooked through. Let rest 15 minutes before serving.
  • NOTES: I have a plastic dish pan that I use exclusively for brining chicken. I brine all my chicken no matter if I am frying it, roasting it, or making this dish. I cannot stand dry chicken! Most often I pull a whole frozen chicken from the freezer and put it in the brine, cover and go to work. If it's chicken breast or chicken pieces, I put it in a covered glass bowl and put it in the fridge. Pieces will not keep the brine cold enough for long periods. If you plan on hanging about the house, then you want to leave the chicken pieces out until they are thawed and then place in the fridge until you are ready to cook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.7, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 26.7, Sodium 5386.1, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 19, Protein 8.6

BOBBY FLAY'S DRY RUB



Bobby Flay's Dry Rub image

I seen Bobby Flay's on a show and he gave this dry rub. I use it on everything and it doesnt matter what it is it turns out good.

Provided by Zelda Hopkins

Categories     Rubs

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbsp cumin
1 Tbsp paprika
1 Tbsp garlic, i use 1 1/2
1 Tbsp onion powder
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 Tbsp brown sugar
2 Tbsp kosher salt
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp white pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Mix throughly and get to applying to meat

BOBBY FLAY'S BOURBON BARBECUE CHICKEN WITH SIXTEEN-SPICE RUB



Bobby Flay's Bourbon Barbecue Chicken with Sixteen-Spice Rub image

Categories     Salad     Sauce     Bourbon     Chicken     Side     Simmer     Boil

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 37

1 quart buttermilk
Hot sauce, such as Tabasco
3 bone-in, skin-on chicken breast halves
3 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
3 bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks
6 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium Spanish onion, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons bourbon
1 1/4 cups ketchup
1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, chopped
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon smoked sweet Spanish paprika
1/4 teaspoon chile de árbol
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon molasses
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Generous 1/2 cup Mesa Grill 16 Spice Poultry Rub (see Sources, page 269) or your favorite poultry rub
Mesa Grill Potato Salad (recipe follows), for serving
Mesa Grill Potato Salad
12 (about 3 pounds) small new potatoes
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 large ripe beefsteak tomato, seeded and chopped
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 jalapeño, finely diced
3 green onions (white and green parts), chopped
1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Pour the buttermilk into a large baking dish, add a few dashes of hot sauce, and stir to combine. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a heavy-bottomed medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the 1/2 cup bourbon and cook until completely reduced. Add the ketchup and 1/2 cup water, bring to a boil, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the mustard, vinegar, Worcestershire, chipotle, brown sugar, ancho chile powder, paprika, chile de árbol, honey, and molasses. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the mixture to a food processor and puree until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Pour into a bowl, add the remaining 2 tablespoons bourbon, and cool to room temperature.
  • Heat a grill to medium heat. Brush the chicken with the remaining 4 tablespoons oil, and season on both sides with salt and pepper. Rub the skin side with some of the spice rub. Grill slowly, closing the lid of the grill and turning the chicken as needed, until the chicken is golden brown on both sides and the fat has rendered, 20 to 25 minutes. During the last 10 minutes of grilling, begin brushing the chicken liberally with the barbecue sauce.
  • Serve the chicken with Mesa Grill Potato Salad.
  • Mesa Grill Potato Salad
  • Put the potatoes in a large pot and add cold water to cover by 1 inch; salt the water. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until tender when pierced with a knife, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain well. Let cool slightly and then cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Place in a large bowl.
  • Stir together all the remaining ingredients, except the salt and pepper, in a medium bowl, and pour the mixture over the potatoes. Mix gently until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of spices: Bobby Flay's 16-spice rub is a complex blend of flavors that includes chili powder, cumin, coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Using a variety of spices will give your food a more interesting and well-rounded flavor.
  • Toast your spices before using them: Toasting spices releases their essential oils and makes them more flavorful. To toast spices, heat a small skillet over medium heat and add the spices. Cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly, until the spices are fragrant and slightly darkened. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Use a spice grinder to grind your own spices: Ground spices lose their flavor over time, so it's best to grind your own spices just before using them. A spice grinder is a great way to get freshly ground spices.
  • Store your spices properly: Spices should be stored in a cool, dark place in airtight containers. This will help to preserve their flavor and prevent them from losing their potency.
  • Experiment with different spice combinations: There are endless possibilities when it comes to spice combinations. Experiment with different spices to find the ones that you like best. Don't be afraid to try new things!

Conclusion:

Bobby Flay's 16-spice rub is a versatile and flavorful blend that can be used on a variety of meats, vegetables, and even fruits. By following these tips, you can use spices to create delicious and memorable dishes that will impress your friends and family.

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