Santa Maria Rub

Santa Maria barbecue originated in the Santa Maria Valley in California during the mid-19th century. Rancheros would gather to help each other brand their calves in the spring. To thank the vaqueros (America’s first cowboys), the host would serve Spanish-style barbecue cooked over a red-oak fire and seasoned with a simple rub of garlic, salt and black pepper.

Our Santa Maria Rub includes all of the ingredients of traditional Santa Maria seasoning, along with a few additional herbs and spices. We love this seasoning on large cuts of beef like roasts and brisket, but it is also excellent on steaks, pork chops, chicken, and fish. Also try it on green veggies like green beans and broccoli!