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Smoked Turkey Rub
This smoked turkey rub is the perfect blend of sweet and savory ingredients to produce the ultimate tender, juicy and flavorful smoked turkey. A quick and easy spice mix that takes just minutes to put together.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
6 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 47 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sweet paprika often just labeled as "paprika"
- 1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons mustard powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a bowl, then stir well to combine. Transfer to a jar or airtight container.
- Spice rub will stay fresh for up to 4 months when stored in a cool, dry place.
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Notes
- I often double or triple this recipe so that I have some on hand for future use.
- This recipe calls for light brown sugar. You can swap in dark brown sugar, just be aware that it will have a heavier molasses flavor.
- Feel free to use this rub along with a turkey brine, that is what I do for best results.
- Unsure of how to smoke a turkey? My smoked turkey recipe produces perfect results every time!
Nutrition Information
Calories
47kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Sodium
378mg
(16%)
Potassium
138mg
(4%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
2300IU
(46%)
Vitamin C
0.2mg
(0%)
Calcium
23mg
(2%)
Iron
1.2mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 47
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 47kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Sodium | 378mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 138mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2300IU | 46% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.