Yes, that’s the name because when you taste my Rub-a-dub-dub on your Belgium Ribs in a Tub. you’ll NEVER cook ribs any other way again…I promise. I find it so strange that all over Belgium and Netherlands, in every pub, there are RIBS and Belgium Fries right up there with appetizers or as a full course meal! Yes, they pride themselves on this tasty treat, and believe me they are good but for me…they have a BQ sauce on them and I know it is filled with sugar. This rub is so simple and made with my natural smokey rub and a bit of coconut sugar.
Try it on pork chops or chicken on the grill. Be creative and do your thing! I suggest doubling this amazing rub. I know you will find a multitude of ways to brighten up your meals with a dash here and there.
RUB-A-DUB-DUB

Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp coconut sugar
- 3 Tbsp smokey paprika
- 2 Tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 3 tsp ground cumin
- 3 tsp ground pepper used a combo-red, white and black
- 2 tsp Himalayan salt
- 2 tsp hot chili powder or regular
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
Directions
- Step 1 Place all the ingredients in a small jar.
- Step 2 Look how lovely the spices layer!
- Step 3 Shake them to death!


I'm Melinda Stevens and living the life of a beach bum was inevitable since my father was a lifeguard for the city of Los Angeles. My memories of growing up on John Street in Manhattan Beach, California were filled with joy, excitement and adventures; until my world, as I knew it, fell apart when we moved to Del Mar, California. My father was offered the position as Captain of the lifeguards and we started the slow migration to the small deserted stretch of beach in 1963. At twelve years old, this seemed like the end of my life. Remember, I’m writing with clear hindsight now, ok somewhat clearer… Little did I know this would be the beginning of a new journey and give a bit more clarity to many of the events that led me to this new cooking adventure.