Spice rub is a very simple mixture of salt, herbs and spices. It is normally used to marinate meat or fish before cooking - it's a good idea to do this well in advance to get the flavour fully. Once the food has been marinated, enjoy grilling or barbecuing.

1. Place all the herbs, spices, salt and zest in a pestle and mortar and grind until well-crushed and incorporated.

2. Use your hands to coat the meat or fish in the rub

3. Transfer to a plate and cover in cling film

4. Set aside in the fridge to marinate for a minimum of 1 hour or longer for a stronger flavour

TIPS:
Experiment with different combinations of spices and seasonings to create your own spice rubs. Add olive oil to create a wetter marinade that sticks to the meat or fish more easily.