Montreal Seasoning, Done Better.
Cluck & Squeal Montreal Seasoning is a medium-coarse BBQ rub built on Himalayan salt that takes the classic Montreal flavour profile and improves it. Firecook Marc Cardinali saw an opportunity to upgrade the traditional Montreal seasoning with better salt, better texture, and better performance across multiple cooking methods — and that's exactly what he delivered.
What makes it different:
Traditional Montreal seasoning is great, but it was designed for one thing: steak on a grill. Cluck & Squeal's version is formulated to work across grilling, smoking, pan-searing, roasting, and more. The medium-coarse grind gives it a satisfying texture without being too chunky, and the Himalayan salt base adds a more delicate, mineral-rich flavour compared to the standard kosher salt in most Montreal blends.
Great for:
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Chicken breast: The big, peppery flavour rescues boneless, skinless chicken from blandness
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Pork tenderloin: A generous coating before roasting or grilling
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Beef sirloin tip steak: The classic Montreal + steak combination, upgraded
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Vegetables: Zucchini, bell pepper, broccoli, and potatoes all love this seasoning
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Burgers: Mix it right into the patty for flavour throughout
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Anything that needs a flavour boost: Bright, peppery, and bold
Key features:
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Himalayan salt base: 84 minerals, delicate flavour, better for you
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Medium-coarse grind: Great texture, improved performance across cooking methods
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Bold and peppery: Big bright flavour that could become your everything seasoning
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Versatile: Works on grill, smoker, oven, pan — wherever you cook
Pro tips:
- If you love Montreal steak spice but want something that works on more than just steak, this is your upgrade
- The Himalayan salt makes a noticeable difference in flavour — more nuanced than standard Montreal blends
- Try it on roasted potatoes — the peppery, garlicky profile is a natural fit
- For many people, this ends up becoming their everyday go-to seasoning — it really is that versatile
