Layers in smoky, savoury depth that makes your jollof unforgettable
Perfectly balanced — no overpowering heat, just bold, rounded flavour
Works beautifully in one-pot rice dishes for the whole family
Saves you blending and measuring multiple spices from scratch
Description
Costack Smoky Tomato Rice Seasoning is the UK home cook's one-pot rice spice mix. A smoky Costack-recipe blend of paprika, onion, garlic, herbs and savoury notes that turns plain rice into bold, smoky, restaurant-grade flavour. Built for jollof, jambalaya, paella, Spanish chicken & rice, and tomato pilaf. Gluten-free. UK seasoning brand. Free UK delivery on orders over £35 via Royal Mail or Evri.
Smoky, tomato-forward seasoning for one-pot rice dishes.
Built for jollof rice, jambalaya, paella, Spanish chicken and rice, smoky tomato pilaf. The blend turns a basic tomato base into restaurant-grade rice. No guessing on ratios. No bland aftertaste. Just bold, layered flavour.
Why UK cooks reorder this
Smoky, tomato-forward profile: smoked paprika, dried tomato, warm spices, with a hint of heat.
One step, full flavour: add to your tomato base, simmer, done. No measuring 7 different jars.
Versatile: works on jollof, jambalaya, paella, smoky tomato pasta, grilled meats, stews.
Family-sized pack: enough for 8-10 batches per pouch.
How to use it
Classic Jollof: blend tomatoes, red bell peppers, onion, scotch bonnet. Fry with palm oil. Add 2 tbsp per cup of rice. Simmer 25 min.
Jambalaya / Spanish Chicken & Rice: brown chicken, sauté veg, add rice + 1.5 tbsp + stock. Simmer 22 min.
Smoky Grilled Chicken: rub on chicken thighs, marinate 1 hour, grill or oven-roast.
Paella shortcut: 1 tbsp into the rice + saffron + stock for a weeknight paella base.
Paprika, onion, garlic, corn flour, salt, spices, herbs, coriander, flavour enhancer (E621 – MSG), chilli pepper. Allergy advice: contains maize. Full ingredient and allergen information is printed on every label.
FAQ
Is this hot? Medium heat. Not chilli-hot, but it has bite. Reduce by half if cooking for kids.
Can I use it for party Jollof? Yes. Use 1.5 tbsp per cup of rice for the smoky party-rice profile.
Is it gluten-free? Yes.
Does it contain MSG? Yes. This blend contains flavour enhancer E621 (MSG) for savoury depth. It is clearly listed in the ingredients on the label.
Is Costack Smoky Tomato Rice Seasoning (Jollof Rice Seasoning) spicy?
Costack blends range from mild to hot. Everyday blends like All Purpose, Complete and Mild Curry are family-friendly. Suya Spice and Cameroon Pepper bring real heat. The heat level and full ingredients are printed on every label.
Are Costack seasonings gluten-free and MSG-free?
Most Costack blends are gluten-free with no added MSG and no artificial colours. A few, such as Complete Seasoning, contain wheat and a flavour enhancer, so always check the label, where every allergen is listed in bold.
How do I use Costack Smoky Tomato Rice Seasoning (Jollof Rice Seasoning)?
Use it as a dry rub, a marinade, or an all-in seasoning. Add it before roasting or grilling, or stir it in during cooking. Start with about a teaspoon per portion and adjust to taste.
Where are Costack spices made?
Costack is a UK Afro-Caribbean and West African seasoning brand. Every blend is made in small batches in Manchester, United Kingdom.
How long do Costack seasonings last, and how should I store them?
Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Sealed Costack blends keep their flavour for 18 to 24 months.
Does Costack deliver, and where?
Costack delivers across the UK in 2 to 3 working days via Royal Mail, free on orders over £35. Costack also ships worldwide to 188 countries, including the USA and Europe, with any duties shown at checkout.
Is Costack any good?
Costack is rated highly by home cooks across thousands of reviews on its blends. It is a small-batch UK brand making Afro-Caribbean and West African seasonings in Manchester, with no artificial colours.
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