Description

Robertsons Barbecue Spice is a quintessential South African braai (barbecue) seasoning designed to elevate grilled meats, poultry, and vegetables. This versatile dry rub blend is known for its robust, smoky, and slightly sweet flavour profile with a hint of heat. It effortlessly creates that classic, charred, and flavourful crust (or “braai bark”) that is beloved in South African barbecue culture. Conveniently ready to use, it takes the guesswork out of seasoning, ensuring a perfectly balanced taste every time.

Ingredients: Salt, Spices (including Paprika, Chilli, Black Pepper), Maize Maltodextrin, Monosodium Glutamate (Flavour Enhancer, E621), Anticaking Agent (Tricalcium Phosphate, E341), Garlic, Onion, Sunflower Oil, Herbs (including Oregano), Natural Smoke Flavour, Antioxidant (Rosemary Extract)

Please note: Ingredient proportions and specific ingredients can change, so always check the packaging for the most accurate and current list.

Usage Suggestions

Classic Dry Rub: Generously sprinkle the spice onto beef, lamb, chicken, pork chops, or boerewors at least 30 minutes before grilling. For deeper flavour, cover and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight.

For a Marinade Base: Mix the spice with a little oil, a splash of vinegar or lemon juice, and a tablespoon of chutney or brown sugar to create a paste. Coat your meat and marinate.

On Vegetables: Toss chunks of butternut, mealies (corn on the cob), sweet potatoes, or mushrooms in a light coating of oil and a sprinkle of Barbecue Spice before grilling.

Seasoning for Sides: A light shake can add a flavour boost to potato salads, coleslaw, or even homemade chips (fries).

In Kitchen Cooking: While designed for the grill, it also works well as a seasoning for oven-baked chicken, stews, and casseroles.

Nutritional Contents
(Typical values per 100g as sold)

Nutrient Average Quantity per 100g
Energy 850 kJ / 200 kcal
Protein 7.5 g
Carbohydrates 35.0 g
of which Sugars 5.0 g
Fat 3.5 g
of which Saturates 0.5 g
Fibre 12.0 g
Sodium 17000 mg

Key Note on Sodium: The sodium content is very high (17,000 mg per 100g) because salt is the primary ingredient. This is typical for seasoning blends and is meant to be used in small quantities per serving.

Nutritional Benefits
As a concentrated seasoning blend, Robertsons Barbecue Spice is not a significant source of macronutrients (protein, carbs, fat) in the context of a typical serving size (e.g., a 5g teaspoon).

Its primary benefits are:

Flavour without Added Fat: It allows you to add immense flavour to grilled foods without needing to add high-fat sauces or marinades.

Herb and Spice Content: It contains paprika, garlic, onion, and oregano, which contribute small amounts of beneficial antioxidants, vitamins, and phytochemicals.

Encourages Home Cooking: Using such spices makes it easy and enjoyable to prepare tasty meals at home, allowing for better control over ingredients compared to pre-made, processed foods.

Allergen Information
Contains none of the major allergens (like gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, peanuts, soy, milk, nuts, celery, mustard, sesame, sulphur dioxide, lupin, or molluscs) are listed as intentional ingredients.

Other Important Information: This product contains Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) (E621), which some people may be sensitive to. It is also high in sodium due to its high salt content, which should be considered by individuals on a sodium-restricted diet.

Storage: keep in a cool, dry place.

Size: 100 ml

Country of origin: South Africa