Question about sugar in rubs

onpoint456 · January 2022

I know sugar in rubs will burn when exposed to high heat, but does that hold true if not directly exposed?

I just picked up some rubs that I want to try on a spatchcocked chicken but it has sugar in it. I was thinking of just using spog on the outside and putting the rub under the skin. Any issues with that?

Gulfcoastguy · January 2022

Just keep the temperature down , maybe 350F and get the chicken up to gasket level.

4TheGrillOfIt · January 2022

You are definitely safe indirect. You are safe direct as well for quick cooks. I use a sugar based rub all the time on salmon grilled direct. Great for caramelization and browning.

lkapigian · January 2022

Keep it low till the end, but

Another reason to make your own rubs, add the sugar towards the end

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