Homemade Turkey Rub Recipe

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4.4

852 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    3 mins

  • Total Time

    3 mins

  • Servings

    1

  • Calories

    75 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

  • Cuisine

    American

Homemade Turkey Rub Recipe

This Homemade Turkey Rub blends kosher salt, chili powder, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and a dash of cayenne for a balanced and flavorful spice mix. It's designed to be rubbed evenly over and under the turkey skin before roasting or frying, enhancing the meat's natural flavor and adding a subtle heat. This rub brings a depth of savory and smoky notes that complement the turkey for a well-seasoned main course.

Description

Homemade Turkey Rub Recipe combines several spices including chili powder, paprika, and garlic powder, mixed with kosher salt and black pepper, to create a flavorful seasoning blend for turkey. The mixture is rubbed both over the turkey's surface and underneath its skin, which allows the flavors to infuse more deeply. The addition of cayenne adds mild heat to the rub. This blend is versatile and can be used before roasting or frying turkey, providing a balanced flavor profile that enhances the meat without overpowering it.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt coarse
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1/2 tablespoon black pepper ground
  • 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
  • cayenne pepper dash

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, stir together the salt, chili powder, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and cayenne.
  2. Rub the spice blend evenly over the turkey and under the skin.
  3. Prepare as desired- roast or fried.
  4. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 75kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 2g (3%) Sodium 141mg (6%) Potassium 403mg (9%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 5820IU (116%) Calcium 69mg (7%) Iron 3.4mg (19%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 75 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 75kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 2g 3%
Sodium 141mg 6%
Potassium 403mg 9%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 5820IU 116%
Calcium 69mg 7%
Iron 3.4mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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