When it comes to adding flavour to food, the terms seasoning and rubs often get tossed around, but knowing the difference could seriously enhance your cooking game.
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What Are Seasonings?
Seasonings are typically individual or blended ingredients used to enhance the natural flavour of food. They are best for flat cuts of meat or roasts – think meals like steaks, chicken, roast beef, veggies or chops. Seasonings can be added at any stage of cooking and are often used in smaller amounts, their goal is to complement the dish, not overpower it.
What Are Rubs?
Rubs are a mixture of seasonings, often combined with sugar, salt and sometimes oil, that are rubbed directly onto the surface of meat or vegetables before cooking. They are generally stronger in flavour and designed for cooking foods over a long period of time, so the flavours need to be more impactful. Rubs create a flavourful crust and infuse bold flavour into the outer layer of food.
The Bottom Line
Seasonings provide a subtle flavour enhancement, while rubs deliver a bold, surface-level flavour infusion. Both play an important role in your cooking, and knowing when to use each can make a huge difference in your culinary creations.
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