Four Saucemen Hawkes Bay Lime and Ancho Chilli Rub 300g, front of jar
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FOUR SAUCEMEN: Hawkes Bay Lime & Ancho Chilli - 300g

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Lime and ancho chilli rub for chicken, pork, seafood and tacos. Bright Hawkes Bay lime, then a medium, smoky ancho warmth that builds. Tacos found a mate.
Vendor: FOUR SAUCEMEN
Availability: Many In Stock
Product type: Rub
$28.00
$28.00
Subtotal: $28.00

At a glance

Heat: Medium — mellow, smoky ancho warmth

Size: 300g

Origin: Made in New Zealand

Dietary: Ingredients listed below; allergens to be confirmed from the physical label

Best on: Chicken, pork, seafood and — the winner — tacos

Zest and smoke, balanced just right

Some rubs shout; this one charms. Bright Hawkes Bay lime meets mellow, smoky ancho chilli for a rub that lands squarely in the friendly zone — enough warmth to keep things interesting, enough zest to keep them lively. Tacos have found their new best mate.

The flavour

Zesty lime up front, then a soft, smoky ancho warmth that builds slowly and never tips into fire. Savoury and citrusy underneath — rounded, moreish and genuinely easy to like.

How to cook with it

  • Rub chicken thighs or wings and grill for a smoky, citrus crust.
  • Season a pork shoulder or chops before a slow cook.
  • Dust prawns or firm fish before a quick sear.
  • Load it into tacos — this is where it truly shines.

In the jar

A rust-red, flecked blend with a citrus-and-smoke aroma; medium grind that clings to grilled and seared foods.

Ingredients & Dietary

Ingredients (from the label): Sea salt, brown sugar, sugar, spices, dehydrated vegetable protein, food acids (330, 262), anti-caking agent (551), Hawke's Bay lime powder, vegetable oil, lime extract, spice extract, herb extract, flavour. Recipes can change — always check the physical label.

Dietary: Dietary claims and allergens to be confirmed — always check the physical label.

The Rub Smuggler's Verdict

Darryl Rubb, The Rub Smuggler

Lime up front, then a slow, smoky ancho warmth that never tips into fire — the friendly end of the chilli scale. Rub chicken thighs or pork, char them up, and load the tacos with Boomas Boomtang BBQ Sauce and a splash of Danny Balboas Fight Sauce.

🏴‍☠️ Darryl's Secret: Lime-Ancho Prawn Tacos

Five minutes on the grill, five seconds on the plate.

You'll need: 500g peeled green prawns; 2 tbsp Hawkes Bay Lime & Ancho Chilli; 8 small tortillas; 1 avocado, sliced; Sour cream to serve.

Do this:

  1. Toss the prawns with a splash of oil and the rub.
  2. Grill or pan-sear over high heat for 1–2 minutes a side until just pink and firm.
  3. Load into warm tortillas with avocado and a dollop of sour cream.

Why it works: Prawns cook fast, so a rub with this much flavour does the job a long marinade would.

Returns Policy

We don't see many returns — but if something isn't right, get in touch and we'll work through it together. Our full returns process applies to orders within Australia, returned within 30 days of purchase in their original, unopened condition, with proof of purchase.

We're not able to offer refunds for change of mind, so please choose carefully before checking out. Clearance and run-out items are sold as final sale, and gift cards can't be returned or refunded under any circumstances. If your order arrives damaged, faulty, or isn't what you ordered, contact us with a few photos and we'll arrange the best fix.

Read our full Returns Policy for details.

Shipping

We ship across Australia and to New Zealand. Shipping within Australia is a flat rate of $10 AUD, with the option to upgrade to Express at checkout. Orders to New Zealand are calculated by weight and shown at checkout. Orders are processed within 24 hours and typically shipped the next business day.

See our full Shipping Policy for estimated delivery timeframes by region.

Questions? Email info@therubhub.com.au — we're happy to help.

Four Saucemen Hawkes Bay Lime and Ancho Chilli Rub 300g, front of jar

FOUR SAUCEMEN: Hawkes Bay Lime & Ancho Chilli - 300g

$28.00

FOUR SAUCEMEN: Hawkes Bay Lime & Ancho Chilli - 300g

$28.00

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