Turkey Rub
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
1 min
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Total Time
6 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
9 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Turkey Rub
Description
The Turkey Rub mixes common pantry spices and herbs to produce a well-balanced seasoning for poultry. Kosher salt and brown sugar provide the essential salty and sweet foundation, while paprika adds mild warmth and color. Black pepper contributes subtle heat, and the mix of dried thyme, rosemary, and sage imparts classic herbaceous flavors.
Garlic and onion powders round out the profile for a full-bodied flavor. Applying the rub not only on the surface but also under the skin helps season the meat more thoroughly, improving taste throughout the turkey. The rub can be prepared up to two months in advance, allowing the flavors to mature and offering convenience on cooking day.
The recipe is calibrated for a 10-12 pound turkey, with a note that larger birds may require doubling the quantities. Fresh herbs can substitute dried by tripling amounts for equivalent flavor intensity.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons thyme dried
- 1 1/2 teaspoons rosemary dried
- 1 teaspoon sage dried
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a small bowl. Stir until combined.
- Rub the spice mixture all over your turkey, as well as under the skin, then cook as desired.
- Spice rub can be made up to 2 months in advance.
Notes
- The given amount of rub suits a 10-12 pound turkey; adjust quantity if cooking a larger bird.
- Fresh herbs can replace dried ones by using three times the amount to maintain flavor.
- Apply the rub under the skin as well as on the surface for deeper seasoning.
- Prepare the rub up to two months in advance and store in an airtight container for convenience.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 9 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 9kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 873mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 6mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 130IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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