THE FEEDLOT: Grasslands Rub – 160g

Salt and pepper's Mediterranean cousin

Grasslands is the rub for anyone who wants flavour without smoke or spice getting in the way. Five herbs and Australian-grown lemon powder give it a bright, earthy character that suits lamb, seafood and Mediterranean-leaning cooking better than any chilli-forward blend could.

The flavour

Salt, cracked pepper and lemon brightness open things up straight away.

Oregano and rosemary move through the middle with a classic, herby Mediterranean character.

Parsley and marjoram soften the finish, with garlic holding the savoury base together.

How to cook with it

• Rub generously over a lamb shoulder before a slow roast to build a herby bark.
• Toss through prawns before grilling or pan-searing.
• Coat roasted vegetables before they go in the oven.
• Stir into a lemon aioli or vinaigrette for an instant herb hit.
• Left-field: dust over warm popcorn for a savoury, herby snack.

In the jar

Comes packaged in The Feedlot's signature kraft cardboard tube, with a green label band carrying the Grasslands name and the brand's small Texas star emblem.

Ingredients & Dietary

Ingredients: Salt, Pepper, Porcini Mushrooms, Garlic, Lemon, Oregano, Rosemary, Thyme, Parsley, Marjoram

Dietary: No specific allergen claims are made by the brand — always check the physical label.

The Rub Smuggler's Verdict

No chilli in sight and Darryl's fine with that — Grasslands proves a rub doesn't need heat to earn a place on the shelf. Five herbs plus lemon powder give it a brightness that suits lamb shoulder and grilled prawns far better than anything smoky would, and it's just as handy stirred into a dressing. Keep BLACK MARKET SPICE MERCHANTS: Its all Greek to Me in the same corner of the pantry for Mediterranean nights, and a jar of ACIDE: Pickled Jalapeño Onions brings the acidity Grasslands doesn't try to.

Questions answered

Is Grasslands rub spicy?
No — it's a bright, herby blend with no chilli in the mix at all.

What's Grasslands rub best on?
Lamb shoulder, seafood and Mediterranean-style dishes — it also works well stirred into dressings.

Is it gluten free?
Not formally confirmed by the brand — check the physical label.

What size does it come in?
160g.