STEF THE MAORI: Aquadesiac – Surf, Turf & Veggies Seasoning – 220g

Made for the sea, adopted by the whole cook-up

Aquadesiac started life for kai moana (seafood) and then took a tasty tangent. Now this punchy, Southeast-Asian-inspired blend from Stef the Maori slaps tastebuds on everything from surf to turf to the veggie patch. Citrusy, salty, savoury and a little mischievous — the flavour wing-woman your barbie didn't know it needed.

The flavour

Bright and zesty up front — lime powder and sea salt hit first, clean and coastal. The middle runs savoury and umami-rich, then nori seaweed lends a gentle briny, oceanic depth on the finish. Fresh, tangy and moreish, with just enough warmth from the spice blend to keep it interesting.

How to cook with it

• Dust over prawns or fish fillets just before they hit a hot grill
• Toss through calamari rings before a quick flash-fry
• Season chicken skewers or pork belly for a zesty, coastal twist
• Shake over grilled corn, or steak, for surf-and-turf flair

In the shaker

A pale, fine-to-medium blend flecked with darker nori and specks of lime. Loose and shakeable, with a fresh, saline aroma.

Ingredients & Dietary

Ingredients: Sea Salt, Sugar, Flavour Enhancer (621), Rice Flour, Lime Powder, Spices, Nori Flake

Dietary: Vegan-friendly. Contains MSG. May contain traces of gluten (wheat), soy, milk & peanuts — always check the physical label.

The Rub Smuggler's Verdict

Lime and nori on a fresh prawn is the sort of smuggle that gets a fella invited back to the beach. Round it out: drizzle the prawns with Fancy Hanks Cayenne & Watermelon Hot Sauce, then serve a dab of Drunken Sailor Raspberry & Wasabi Mustard for the turf. Tip: season seafood just before it hits the heat so the salt doesn't draw the moisture out. The coastal crew waits in the Stef the Maori collection.

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