Sweet Smoky Rub (low carb)
1/4 C. Brown Swerve (or other low carb brown sugar substitute)
2 Tbsp. + 2 tsp. Smoked Paprika
1 tsp. Garlic Powder
1 tsp. Mustard Powder
1 tsp. Cumin
2 tsp. Fresh Ground Pepper
1 tsp. coarse grain Sea Salt
1 Tbsp. Chili Powder (can mix up different types as desired to equal 1 Tbsp.)
1/8 tsp. Thyme
2 tsp. Cocoa Powder (or Cacao Powder)
1/2 tsp. Onion Powder
1/2 tsp. Cinnamon
Mix all ingredients together in a small jar, combining well. Store tightly covered in pantry. Rub over meat, poultry or fish before braising, baking or grilling.