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Sesame Barbecue Blend
Sesame Barbecue Blend
No Salt, No Sugar, No Preservatives
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One salt-free jar that lets you decide how much salt goes on each cut: that is the case for this blend. Toasted sesame gives it a nutty, East Asian barbecue backbone, the kind you meet in Korean grilled dishes like bulgogi (marinated grilled beef). Rub it on short ribs, chicken, or pork before grilling, or toss it with roasted vegetables and steamed rice. Paprika, garlic, onion, celery seed, and Tellicherry pepper build the savory base, with cayenne for heat and turmeric for warm color.
Salt-free is the point. Serious grillers want to salt a pork butt and a rack of ribs differently, and a pre-salted rub takes that control away. This one leaves the salt to you, so you dry-brine and season each cut on its own terms. It is stone-ground fresh in small batches in Portland, and the flavor leans bold, cayenne, paprika, black pepper, and toasted sesame, so salt-free never means flat.
Salt-free blend. Contains sesame. No salt, no sugar, no preservatives. Naturally gluten-free and vegan.
Common Questions
Does salt-free mean it tastes bland?
Does salt-free mean it tastes bland?
No. The flavor comes from toasted sesame, paprika, cayenne, black pepper, garlic, and onion, which carry plenty of punch on their own. Salt sharpens flavor, so add it to taste; the blend brings the depth, and you set the salinity.
Why leave the salt out?
Why leave the salt out?
Control. Different cuts and cook times need different amounts of salt, and a pre-salted rub locks you into one level. Leaving it out lets you dry-brine with salt separately, then apply this blend for flavor without double-salting.
Does it contain sesame?
Does it contain sesame?
Yes. Sesame seeds are a core part of the blend and give it its nutty backbone, so it is not suitable for anyone avoiding sesame.
How do I use it for Korean-style barbecue?
How do I use it for Korean-style barbecue?
Rub it onto beef short ribs, thin-sliced steak, or chicken before grilling over high heat. For a marinade, loosen it with a little oil, soy, and a touch of sweetness, then coat the meat and let it sit before grilling. It also seasons grilled vegetables and rice bowls well.
How hot is it?
How hot is it?
Mild to moderate. Cayenne gives a gentle warmth that builds rather than a sharp burn, well within reach for most palates. For more heat, add extra cayenne or fresh chili.
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Sesame Barbecue Blend
$12.00