Berbere Brown-Sugar Barbecue

Sweet-hot, earthy and aromatic with berbere-style chile spice and caramelizing brown sugar.

This is a deliberate sweet-hot crossover, so treat the brown-sugar character as part of the seasoning rather than automatically adding a sweet glaze. Gentle roasting gives the coating time to develop without blackening the sugar.

Mushrooms, cauliflower, chicken, pork, ribs, tofu, sweet potatoes and grilled vegetables.

1/2–1 teaspoon per pound of food.

Apply before grilling, smoking or roasting. Use indirect or moderate heat when possible because the sugar can darken quickly.

Use this amount as a starting point for flavor, then adjust to your food and taste. If other ingredients bring salt, sweetness or heat, account for those before adding more seasoning.

Toss 1 pound squash cubes with oil and 1 teaspoon blend. Roast at 400°F until tender, stirring once or twice. Serve with plain yogurt and a squeeze of lemon to balance the warm chile and sweetness.

This is a proprietary fusion barbecue blend, not a traditional Ethiopian seasoning formula.

Ingredient overview: Brown sugar, Paprika, Cayenne pepper, Ground coriander, Ground cumin, Garlic powder, Ground ginger, Fine salt, Ground fenugreek, Ground black pepper, Ground cinnamon, Ground clove.

Check the physical package for the complete current ingredient and allergen statement, including subingredients of compound powders. If you need to avoid an ingredient, contact Spice Czar before ordering.

• 2 oz Shaker Bottle
• 4 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch
• 8 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch
• 1 lb Fresh-Sealed Pouch

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Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, sunlight and steam. Use a clean, dry spoon and close the container promptly after measuring. Check the aroma before cooking and follow the best-before information on the package.

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