Spice Rub for Turkey

Bowl of spices to be used as a rub on turkey.

This easy recipe for homemade Spice Rub for Turkey is the secret to the best Thanksgiving meal. It's savory, sweet, spicy, & salty. Great for Christmas or any holiday whole bird or turkey breast.

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Prep Time 2

Total Time 2

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 92 kcal

Ingredients

1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon sage
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

In a small mixing bowl measure out and add each spice.
Stir to combine.
Use immediately on your turkey or store as directed below.

Notes

TOP TIPS:

To use on a whole turkey, pat dry the skin all over & sprinkle on the rub. Use your hands to press it in place & get all sides (under wings, around the legs, etc)
To use on a turkey breast, pat dry the skin & sprinkle ½ of the mixture over the skin side up. Store remaining spice blend.
You can also slather your bird in softened butter & then apply the rub.

STORING:

Store in an air-tight container & place in a cool dry place such as a pantry or spice drawer.

Nutritional Note: the nutrition facts are based on 1 serving for the entire rub.

Nutrition

Calories: 92kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 6989mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 4gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 3554IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg

Keyword easy, salty, savory, seasoning, spice

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