How to make a spice mix for Father’s Day.

Here’s a BBQ spice rub you can create from whatever seasonings you have in the cupboard — the perfect present for Father’s Day, especially during lockdown. Older children can use ratios to scale up the mix to fit their jar.

Decorate a used jar for a personalised touch!

Father’s Day BBQ spice rub

Base ingredients:

• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

• 1 teaspoon salt

• Pinch of chilli flakes

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon paprika

Additions or swaps:

• Add onion or garlic powder, mustard powder, more chilli or cayenne, or some brown sugar to taste.

• Swap the green herbs for marjoram or thyme.

• Swap the salt for celery salt. Just don't add too much salt!

How to make it:

1. Mix all of the spices together and then put into a clean jar or grinder.

2. Make a label with a creative name for your rub and these instructions for using the mix:

Pat meat or meat alternative dry. Sprinkle all over with spice rub and use your hands to rub in. Leave for at least 15 minutes before grilling.

If you’re looking for other lockdown craft or recipe ideas, here’s a few we’ve put together. And if you’re after a baking idea for a Father’s Day treat, try our recipe for our “see in the dark” ANZAC biscuits with carrots and rosemary. Enjoy!