{"product_id":"the-general-all-purpose-seasoning-280g-republic-australia","title":"The General All Purpose Seasoning 280g | Republic Australia","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sydbbqs.com.au\/collections\/republic-australia-bbq-rubs-seasonings-sauces\" title=\"Republic Australia Rubs \u0026amp; Sauces\"\u003eRepublic Australia \u003c\/a\u003eThe General All Purpose Seasoning is the all-rounder of the Republic range: a balanced sweet-and-savoury rub with garlic, pepper, oregano and smoked paprika, designed to work across beef, chicken, pork, lamb and vegetables without pushing the food too far in any one direction.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe flavour starts with salt and sweetness, followed by savoury garlic and pepper, a light herb note from oregano and a gentle smokiness from smoked paprika. It has enough sweetness to develop good colour and crust during cooking, but it is not a dessert-style rub. That balance is what makes The General useful when you want one seasoning that can go from steaks and burgers to wings, pork ribs, lamb chops or roast vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe General was developed from a competition BBQ mindset: rather than being built around one particular meat or flavour, it is intended as a balanced seasoning that can lead the cook across different proteins. It works on its own, but its broad flavour profile also makes it useful as a foundation when you want to add a sauce or another finishing flavour later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFlavour Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe General sits firmly in the \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced, savoury BBQ\u003c\/strong\u003e camp, with enough sweetness and smoke to give it character without taking over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eExpect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSavoury garlic and pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA noticeable but balanced sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight smokiness from smoked paprika\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA subtle oregano herb note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood colour as it cooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePepper warmth rather than chilli heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt is less specialised than Republic's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sydbbqs.com.au\/products\/black-out-beef-seasoning-300g-republic-australia\" title=\"Republic Black Out Beef \u0026amp; Steak Seasoning\"\u003eBlack Out\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sydbbqs.com.au\/products\/signature-beef-seasoning-260g-republic-australia\" title=\"Republic Signature Beef Seasoning\"\u003eSignature Beef\u003c\/a\u003e, and less distinctive in one direction than Garlic Butter or\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sydbbqs.com.au\/products\/jalapeno-garlic-seasoning-280g\" title=\"Republic Jalapeño Garlic All Purpose Seasoning\"\u003e Jalapeño Garlic\u003c\/a\u003e. That's exactly the point — The General is the jar to reach for when you want a seasoning that works across the whole cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBest Used On\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFood\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eWhy It Works\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteak \u0026amp; beef\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarlic, pepper and smoked paprika give beef plenty of savoury character without covering up the meat.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeef burgers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGives patties salt, sweetness, garlic, pepper and colour in one seasoning.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChicken wings \u0026amp; thighs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe sweeter side of the rub helps with colour while garlic, oregano and paprika suit browned chicken particularly well.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhole \u0026amp; rotisserie chicken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced enough to season the whole bird without becoming overly sweet or smoky.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePork ribs \u0026amp; pork shoulder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSugar helps with colour and crust while garlic and smoked paprika give pork a familiar BBQ profile.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePork chops\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorks well for quicker cooks when you want more going on than plain salt and pepper.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLamb chops \u0026amp; roasts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarlic, oregano and pepper suit lamb naturally, while the sweetness stays in the background.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoast \u0026amp; grilled vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParticularly useful on potatoes, corn, mushrooms and mixed roast vegetables.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sydbbqs.com.au\/collections\/all-purpose-bbq-rubs\" title=\"All Purpose BBQ Rubs \u0026amp; Seasonings\"\u003eall purpose BBQ rubs and seasonings\u003c\/a\u003e for versatile options across meat and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eShake the jar before use, then apply an even coating over the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSea salt is the first ingredient, so treat The General as your seasoning as well as your rub rather than heavily salting the food separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHot \u0026amp; Fast Cooking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe General works well on steaks, burgers, chops, chicken pieces and vegetables cooked over a grill, hotplate or cast iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBecause sugar is the second ingredient, use a sensible coating over very high direct heat. It will help with browning and colour, but an unnecessarily heavy layer can darken quickly during an aggressive sear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBBQ, Roasting \u0026amp; Rotisserie\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUse it on whole chicken, pork, lamb and beef before roasting, smoking or rotisserie cooking. The combination of garlic, pepper, oregano and smoked paprika suits these longer cooks without tying you to one particular BBQ style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt also gives you a good starting point if you plan to finish the meat with sauce later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eLow \u0026amp; Slow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe General can handle pork ribs, pork shoulder and other slower BBQ cooks when you want a balanced rub rather than a strongly specialised flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe sugar helps build colour and crust, while smoked paprika brings some background smokiness even before the meat begins taking on smoke from the cooker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eVegetables\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLightly oil potatoes, corn, mushrooms or other vegetables, then season before roasting or grilling. Because the blend already contains plenty of salt, taste before adding any extra seasoning at the end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Allergens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seasalt, Sugar, Enhancer 621, Pepper, Garlic, Food Additive 551, Enhancer 635, Oregano, Smoked Paprika, Paprika Oleoresin E160c.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMay contain traces of:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soy, Milk and Peanuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sydbbqs.com.au\/collections\/gluten-free-seasonings\" title=\"Gluten Free BBQ Rubs\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGluten Free.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eNutrition Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServings per pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAverage Quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003ePer 14g Serve\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003ePer 100g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e178kJ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1270kJ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat, total\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.8g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturated fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrate, total\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.4g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66.8g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e965mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6890mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepublic Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe General All Purpose Seasoning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e280g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll-purpose BBQ seasoning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced sweet and savoury with garlic, pepper, oregano and light smoke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Suited To\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeef, chicken, pork, lamb and vegetables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo chilli heat; light pepper warmth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Claim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGluten Free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in Australia from at least 71% Australian ingredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaker jar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarcode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9356610003599\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eKeep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAvoid shaking the jar directly over steam or a hot pan, as moisture can cause the salt, sugar and spices to clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat makes The General different from the other Republic rubs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe General is deliberately broad and balanced. While products such as Signature Beef, Black Out and Cherry Apple are built around particular meats or flavour directions, The General is designed to work across beef, chicken, pork, lamb and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eIs The General sweet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt has a noticeable sweet component, but it is balanced by salt, garlic, pepper, oregano and smoked paprika. Think all-purpose BBQ seasoning rather than a heavily sweet rib rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eIs it spicy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThere is no chilli listed in the ingredients. Pepper gives it some warmth, but it is not intended as a hot seasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCan I use The General for low-and-slow BBQ?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYes. It works particularly well when you want a balanced base flavour on pork or other BBQ meats without committing to a heavily sweet, spicy or beef-specific rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCan I use it with BBQ sauce?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYes. Its balanced profile makes it a useful seasoning underneath sauce. Apply The General before cooking, then add a sugary BBQ sauce later in the cook so the sauce can glaze without burning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Republic Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47527967752367,"sku":"The-General","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/9213\/0479\/files\/republic-the-general-all-purpose-seasoning-white-background.webp?v=1789792899","url":"https:\/\/sydbbqs.com.au\/products\/the-general-all-purpose-seasoning-280g-republic-australia","provider":"Sydney BBQs and Rotisseries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}