Matcha Green Tea BBQ Rub

Matcha Green Tea BBQ Rub

This green tea BBQ rub uses Matcha powder which has 137 times more antioxidants than regular green tea. Matcha has many health benefits: 

• Packed with antioxidants including the powerful EGCg
• Boosts metabolism and burns calories
• Detoxifies effectively and naturally
• Calms the mind and relaxes the body
• Is rich in fiber, chlorophyll and vitamins
• Enhances mood and aids in concentration
• Provides vitamin C, selenium, chromium, zinc and magnesium
• Prevents disease
• Lowers cholesterol and blood sugar

Ingredients:

¼ Cup of Green Tea leaves (Matcha Powder)

½ tsp of ground cumin

¼ tsp of ground pepper

¾ tsp of kosher or sea salt

2 tsp of brown sugar

½ tsp of chipotle powder

Directions:

Blend all ingredients and grind well in mortar & pestle or food processor.

Drizzle olive oil on meat and massage in the rub. Let sit for 1-2 hours, before grilling on barbeque.

The meat can also be grilled in a hot cast iron frying pan.

Recommended for steaks or pork loins. Can also be used for grilling salmon or shrimp.