Rib Rub This makes enough for about 5 pounds of meat. 1 tablespoon ground roasted cumin seeds 1 tablespoon chili powder blend 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon freshly-ground black pepper 1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano, crumbled 2 teaspoons garlic powder Stir together all ingredients. Pat the rub thickly over the meat you are going to smoke. Cover and let stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour or refrigerate for up to 24 hours before grilling.