THE SIGNATURE BALKAN FIRE-RUB

(Our Play on the Ultimate Meat Seasoning)

THE SIGNATURE BALKAN FIRE-RUB

Ingredients: 4 tbsp Smoked paprika, 1 tbsp Chili flakes, 1 tsp Cumin, 1 tbsp Garlic powder, 1 tsp Dried Thyme, 1 tsp Salt, 2 tbsp Sunflower oil, 1 tbsp Honey...

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp Chili flakes
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Sunflower oil
  • 1 tbsp Honey

Cooking Method

  1. The Bloom Whisk all dry spices in a bowl; add a 20ml splash of warm water to wake the smoky oils.
  2. The Silk Merge Stir in oil and honey until it forms a thick, glowing fire-paste.
  3. The Marriage Let sit for 30 minutes to allow the architecture to build.
  4. The Final Flourish Use as a raw rub for kebabs or ribs before searing.

Cuisine: Balkan

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