EMBER REPUBLIC: Rhino Veld & Tide Fire – Seafood BBQ Rub (200g)

Where fire meets the ocean

Rhino is the seafood rub in Ember Republic's Big Five. Where the veld ends, the tide begins — it's built for coastal fire cooking at its most direct: seafood over charcoal, a squeeze of lemon, nothing more needed. Made in Perth, it's a natural fit for a WA summer.

The flavour

Salt, coriander and pepper lead, so it seasons properly from the first pinch. Garlic and lemon peel bring that bright, zesty seafood lift, paprika adds colour, parsley a fresh green note, and a touch of seaweed gives it a subtle ocean savouriness. Fennel and a little chilli round out the finish.

How to cook with it

• Pat king prawns dry, toss in a little oil and Rhino, then cook fast over high heat until they just turn pink.
• Season a salmon fillet on the flesh side and cook skin-side down until crisp, flipping only to finish.
• Dust scallops lightly and sear for a minute a side — no longer.
• Rub a whole snapper or white fish fillets and cook in a fish basket over the coals.
• Rogue move: mix a teaspoon through mayo for a quick seafood dipping sauce.

In the pouch

A fine, salt-forward blend with visible green parsley and dark flecks of seaweed. A little goes a long way on delicate seafood.

Ingredients & Dietary

Ingredients: Salt, coriander, pepper, garlic, lemon peel, paprika, parsley, seaweed, fennel, chilli, flavour enhancer (621).

Dietary: Contains flavour enhancer 621 (MSG). No gluten-free claim on the label. Always check the physical label for the most accurate ingredient, allergen and nutritional information.

The Rub Smuggler's Verdict

Darryl reckons seafood wants seasoning, not a costume, and Rhino gets that. Throw your prawns over the coals, then dunk them in The Feedlot Lot Sauce, or spoon Jimmy Chimichurri Classic over grilled salmon. Tip: it's salt-forward, so season lightly on fish and taste before you add more.

Questions answered

What does Rhino taste like?

Salty, zesty and savoury — coriander, pepper, garlic and lemon peel up front, fresh parsley and a subtle ocean note from seaweed, with a peppery finish.

Is Rhino hot?

Mild. There's a little chilli and some pepper for a touch of warmth. It sits at 2 on our Sting Gauge.

What is Rhino best on?

Seafood — prawns, salmon, scallops and white fish, cooked quickly over high heat.

Does it contain allergens?

No allergens are declared on the supplier's ingredient list, but it does contain seaweed and flavour enhancer 621 (MSG). Always check the physical label.