Combating the Clumps

[jmedic25]

I was wondering what ya'll do to keep stored homemade rubs from clumping. Most storebought rubs have silicone dioxide added to them to absorb moisture. I was hoping that the high salt content would be enough but it is still clumping. Any answers?????? I also am talking about a rub that has a good bit of brown sugar and paprika in it. I think the sugar is the culprit.

 

[javajoe]

I usually put it right back in the processor and WALA, all the clumps are gone

 

[gypsyseagod]

i shake the begeesus outta it ....

 

[hawgheaven]

Yeah, that is a problem... even though I store mine in an airtight container. What I do is vigorously shake the container, pour some in a bowl, then use a wire wisk to "fluff" it up.

Works4me

 

[ba_loko]

There are places that sell moisture absorption "rocks". they do seem to work well. I use them in my spices out in my RV. Bed Bath & Beyond sells them. they kinda look like a ginger snap cookie in size and shape. I'm sure they're are other types available.

 

[smokebuzz]

you could try drying your brown suger first. my granny puts rice in her salt shaker to keep it from clumping, but shes old.

 

[jmedic25]

Thats funny!!

 

[smokebuzz]

No, it's true

 

[gypsyseagod]

i always used rice in salt shakers (i think everyone in a humid climate does)i was thinking about using it in lil' spice bags in the rubs as i tend to pour a bit or rub & spread it instead of shake out.

 

[tailgatingpirate]

I make my rubs fresh every time, just depending on what im cooking. Should i be making a large quantity of it and storing it?

 

[Deer Meat]

That is exactly what I do

 

[smokebuzz]

You can make a batch and store it in a air tite container or freeze it, i will last longer than you think.