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Prime Rib Roast with Dry Adjika - Bold Georgian Flavour

Written by: Tatiana Zakaidze

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Time to read 2 min

Dry Adjika — Georgia’s Bold Spice Blend

A traditional Georgian spice blend made with chilli, garlic, coriander, blue fenugreek and herbs — perfect for roasting, grilling and everyday cooking.

Dry Ajika 80g - TAMADA

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What is Dry Adjika?

Dry adjika is a traditional Georgian spice blend made with chilli, garlic, coriander, blue fenugreek and herbs. It’s commonly used as a meat rub, marinade, or seasoning to add deep spicy-herbal flavour.

Roast Rib Recipe

Georgian Roast Rib with Dry Adjika

Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 1 hr 45 mins
Serves: 4–6
Style: Georgian-inspired

Bold. Aromatic. Unforgettable.

If you’re looking to elevate your roast rib with something truly unique, Georgian Dry Adjika is the perfect solution. This traditional spice blend delivers deep flavour with chilli, garlic, coriander, blue fenugreek and herbs — creating a roast that’s rich, aromatic, and beautifully crusted.

Perfect for entertaining, weekend roasts, or BBQ season.

This roast rib is rich, savoury and aromatic, with Dry Adjika creating a beautifully seasoned crust and deep Georgian-style flavour.

 

Ingredients

  • 1.5–2 kg beef rib roast
  • 2 tbsp Dry Adjika
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 tsp salt, optional
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp butter, optional
  • Fresh parsley or coriander to serve

Method

  1. Pat the rib dry and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Mix Dry Adjika, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper into a thick paste.
  3. Rub all over the beef, coating every side well.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for 2–12 hours if time allows.
  5. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  6. Roast for 20 minutes to build colour and crust.
  7. Reduce the oven to 160°C and continue roasting until done to your liking.

     

    Rare — 15 min per 500g

    Medium — 20 min per 500g        
    Well Done — 25 min per 500g
  8. Rest for 15–20 minutes before slicing 
  9. Finish with butter and herbs, then serve warm.

Optional Georgian Pan Sauce

  • Add ½ cup red wine to tray
  • Add ½ tsp Dry Adjika
  • Simmer 3 minutes
  • Pour over sliced rib
Tamada Tip: Marinate the rib ahead of time for at least 12 hours so the spice blend has time to develop a deeper, more aromatic flavour.

What Else Can Dry Adjika Be Used For?

Dry Ajika is also great for roast potatoes, shakshuka eggs, potato chips or chat potatoes , and roasted or grilled meat.

Everyday Uses

  • Roast potatoes
  • Potato wedges
  • Roasted vegetables
  • Chicken wings
  • Pork ribs

Creative Uses

  • Garlic butter
  • Yoghurt dip
  • Lamb rub
  • Grilled mushrooms
  • Tomato sauces
  • Bean dishes

Serve with… 

Roast potatoes, fresh leafy salad  or try of one authentic georgian sides …(coming soon!) 

Pair with Saperavi wine 🍷 

SAPERAVI 2021 (Dry Red) - TAMADA

Enjoy! 🍷 


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Bring Georgian Flavour to Your Kitchen

Use Dry Adjika to add warmth, spice and authentic Georgian character to roast meats and everyday meals.

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