
This is the rub you reach for when you want that classic American-style flavour hit — smoky, savoury, a little sweet, and just enough warmth to keep things interesting.
Chef Ian teamed up with Cherie from Sugar, Spice & Everything Nice to craft a perfectly balanced blend that does the heavy lifting for you. No mucking around with seven different jars. Just grab, rub, and cook.
Because it’s multi-use. One blend, heaps of jobs:
This is exactly what we mean by “spices aren’t collectibles — they’re tools.”
Smoky paprika, garlic + onion backbone, peppery lift, gentle chilli warmth, and a subtle sweetness for proper caramelisation. All-in-One Convenience: Skip the guesswork and cupboard clutter — this blend is perfectly balanced to give your dishes that classic American smokiness, hassle-free.
BBQ / Grill / Roast
Roast Veg Hero
Sauce & Marinade Boost
Finishing Sprinkle
See exactly how Chef Ian uses the All American Rub to create crispy, smoky American-style chicken wings in the air fryer — juicy inside, crisp outside, and packed with flavour.
This is real, everyday cooking using the same blend in your pantry.
Perfect for:
• Friday night snacks
• Entertaining friends
• Quick high-flavour meals
• Learning proper seasoning technique
For the best “BBQ bark”, rub your protein, add a splash of oil, and let it sit 10–20 minutes before cooking.
Got time? Leave it overnight in the fridge — next-level flavour.
Onion powder, garlic powder, double smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, cumin, mustard, pimento allspice, black pepper, white pepper.
Contains: Mustard.
May contain: Soy, gluten, nuts.
Dairy-Free
No added MSG
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