Spice rubs are a blend of seasonings and spices that you rub on meats and veggies. Whether you're grilling, roasting or experimenting, these three rubs are all you need to create some beautifully caramelised crusts and bold flavours. Ottolenghi's Sweet and Smokey blend warms everything up. Ras el Hanout brings an earthy, slightly sweet heat – working brilliantly on lamb, couscous or sprinkled on roasted veggies. Berbere is the principal spice in Ethiopia and Eritrea – the secret is Fenugreek. It’s intense, aromatic and perfect for roast chicken.
Ras el Hanout Spice Rub Ras el Hanout is a complex mix of spices that is found in various forms in Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco. Ours is all about the balance of sweet and savoury – cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice compliment celery salt and white pepper. Use to marinade meats and fish, stir into rice or couscous or add to tagines and casseroles.
Sweet and Smokey Spice Rub
Ottolenghi's Sweet and Smokey Blend warms everything up. It pulls together savoury, smokey and sweet to build layers (upon layers) of flavour. The touch of sweetness creates a caramelised glow when roasted. Try it as a steak rub, tossed over vegetables or as a finishing salt. Our favourite way? Caramelised bacon jam.
Berbere Spice Rub: Berbere is a mix of sweet and savoury spices from Ethiopia and Eritrea. The exact blend varies from region to region but its backbone is always fenugreek, ginger and paprika. It’s complex, robust and incredibly aromatic. Ours uses nutmeg for an added sweetness. Toss it with vegetables before roasting, use it as a dry rub on pork or poultry before grilling, or stir into yoghurt and serve with fruit.
Ingredients
Ras el Hanout: Cumin Seeds, Coriander Seeds, Fennel Seeds, Rose Petals, Sugar, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Cayenne Pepper, Chilli Flakes, Flaked Sea Salt, Cracked Pepper, Turmeric, Allspice.
Sweet & Smokey Rub: Sweet Paprika, Chipotle Chilli, Bay Leaf, Cumin Seeds, Coriander Seeds, Flaked Sea Salt, Aleppo Chilli, Urfa Chilli, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Light Brown Sugar.
Berbere Spice Rub: Cascabel Chilli, Dried Onions, Coriander Seeds, Fenugreek Seeds, Nigella Seeds, Nutmeg, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Ground Ginger, Cinnamon, Garlic Powder, Allspice, Cloves, Sweet Paprika, Hot Paprika, Flaked Sea Salt.
Storage and shelf life
Store in a cool, dry place.
