{"product_id":"ember-republic-elephant-karoo-flame-thyme-lamb-rub-200g","title":"EMBER REPUBLIC: Elephant Karoo Flame \u0026 Thyme – Lamb BBQ Rub (200g)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #ccc;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin:0 0 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat:\u003c\/strong\u003e None — herb-forward, no chilli in the blend\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200g resealable pouch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Perth, Western Australia, from imported and local ingredients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains flavour enhancer 621 (MSG). Always check the physical label\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest on:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamb shoulder, rack of lamb, chops and leg of lamb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWild herbs of the Karoo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElephant is the lamb rub in Ember Republic's Big Five. It's named for the Karoo — the dry, herb-covered heartland of South Africa, where lamb and fire cooking go hand in hand. The Perth-based founders built it to do one job: make lamb cooked over hardwood coals taste like it belongs there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe flavour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoriander and sea salt open it up, then the herbs take over — thyme and rosemary first, with a cool lift of dried mint and a bright edge of lemon peel. Garlic, cumin, fennel and a little allspice bring warmth and depth underneath. No chilli at all, so the lamb does the talking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to cook with it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePat a rack of lamb dry, coat lightly with oil or lamb fat, season generously and cook over hardwood coals until blushing pink. Rest, then cut into cutlets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRub a lamb shoulder all over and cook it low and slow until it pulls apart — the herbs turn into a savoury crust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeason loin chops and cook them hot and fast for a quick weeknight braai.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButterfly a leg of lamb, rub it inside and out, and cook over coals for a big Sunday feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRogue move: toss through roast potatoes with olive oil before they go in the oven.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the pouch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA green-flecked, herby blend with visible thyme, rosemary and fennel. It smells like a Sunday roast the second you open it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Dietary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coriander, sea salt, garlic, dried thyme, paprika, dried rosemary, cumin, fennel, onion, pepper, dried mint, lemon peel, flavour enhancer (621), allspice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains flavour enhancer 621 (MSG). No chilli. No gluten-free claim on the label. Always check the physical label for the most accurate ingredient, allergen and nutritional information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Rub Smuggler's Verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:10px;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/8568\/2986\/files\/150_proud-ribs-trophy.png?width=440\" alt=\"Darryl Rubb, The Rub Smuggler\" width=\"220\" height=\"220\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:220px;height:220px;float:right;margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eDarryl's take: lamb and mint have been mates forever, and Elephant already has the mint in it. Crust your cutlets, then go classic with a spoon of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tracklements-fresh-mint-jelly\"\u003eTracklements Fresh Mint Jelly\u003c\/a\u003e, or go Argentine with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jimmy-chimichurri-classic-argentinian-herb-sauce-200g\"\u003eJimmy Chimichurri Classic\u003c\/a\u003e. Tip: render the fat cap on a rack before you finish the meat side — crispy fat and herb crust in every bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px dashed #E8340A;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin:24px 0 18px;clear:both;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏴‍☠️ Darryl's Secret: Karoo Lamb Cutlets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHerb-crusted, pink in the middle.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou'll need:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 rack of lamb (8 bones, about 700g); 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp Elephant Karoo Flame \u0026amp; Thyme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo this:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin:0 0 4px 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePat dry, oil, season all over and rest 30 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSear the fat side over hot coals, then cook indirect until the centre reads 55–57°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRest 8 minutes, cut between the bones and serve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"clear:both;margin-top:32px;\"\u003eQuestions answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Elephant taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerby and savoury — thyme, rosemary and coriander up front, a cool hint of mint, a bright lemon-peel finish and gentle warmth from cumin, fennel and allspice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Elephant spicy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. There's no chilli in the blend, just a little pepper. It sits at 0 on our Sting Gauge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Elephant best on?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLamb — shoulder, rack, chops and leg, cooked over hardwood coals. It's also handy on roast potatoes and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it contain allergens?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo allergens are declared on the supplier's ingredient list, but it does contain flavour enhancer 621 (MSG). Always check the physical label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"Product\",\"name\":\"EMBER REPUBLIC: Elephant Karoo Flame \u0026 Thyme - Lamb BBQ Rub (200g)\",\"brand\":{\"@type\":\"Brand\",\"name\":\"Ember Republic\"},\"category\":\"BBQ Rub\",\"sku\":\"ER-RUB-ELEP-200G\",\"description\":\"A herb-forward lamb rub with thyme, rosemary, mint and lemon peel, inspired by South African braai. No chilli. 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