If you're planning on firing up the smoker for your turkey, look no further for a fantastic Smoked Turkey Rub Recipe. Perfectly flavored and crispy skin and a juicy meat underneath.
We like to smoked our turkey for Thanksgiving, it's a delicious and mostly hands-free way to cook it.
This smoked turkey rub pairs perfectly with the smokiness given by the pellets that we use (we use an electric smoker).
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- What makes this recipe so yummy
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- Necessary gear: Equipment
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- Mel's kitchen notes
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What makes this recipe so yummy
- Making your own spice rub makes you feel better about what you're cooking with.
- It's a more economical way to save money plus you get a ton of flavor.
- Make a large batch of this seasoning and use it any time you wish to smoke any chicken or pork.
- A turkey dinner is many people's favorite meal.
- Makes a great holiday turkey, with a dry brine.
Groceries you'll need: Ingredients
- Brown Sugar
- Smoked Paprika
- Rubbed Sage
- Celery Salt
- Mustard Powder
- Baking Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Kosher Salt
- Black Pepper
- Onion Powder
- Rosemary
- Thyme
See recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities.
Recipe walkthrough: Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe steps. For more detailed instructions visit the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Step 1: Add all spice ingredients to a mixing bowl (or resealable bag) and mix with whisk (or give a good shake).
- Step 2: Pat your turkey dry with paper towels.
- Step 3: 'Rub' the seasoning mix all over the whole turkey (including wings and turkey legs) until no rub remains.
- Step 4: For best results, allow the turkey to sit with the turkey seasoning at room temperature for an hour or two, before putting on the smoker.
Hint: If you like more heat, add some Cayenne Pepper to the dry rub recipe.
Recipe variations and substitute ideas
- Olive Oil - rub all over, or vegetable oil, for a wet rub.
- Melted Butter - as above.
- Table Salt - will suffice.
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Necessary gear: Equipment
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To make the smoked turkey rub recipe you won't need much, just a bowl and a whisk (or a fork).
You could also mix it in a resealable bag.
We use an electric pellet grill but the type of smoker is not important, nor are the wood chips.
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How to store leftovers
Store the seasoning blend in an airtight container for up to 3 months. This best seasoning will last a while.
Mel's kitchen notes
Expert Tip: Next time, make a large batch and to store it, add a little corn starch. It will help avoid clumping.
Frequently asked questions: FAQs
This is common when smoking a turkey - this is why I like to add baking powder - the end result is amazing flavor and crispy skin on the best turkey you ever ate.
Definitely, why not. Try with your chicken wings next time.
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Smoked Turkey Rub Recipe
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Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons Light Brown Sugar
- 2 Tablespoons Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder
- 2 Tablespoons Kosher Salt
- 1 Tablespoons Black Pepper
- 1 Tablespoons Garlic Powder
- 1 Tablespoons Onion Powder
- ½ teaspoon Rubbed Sage
- ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
- ½ teaspoon Celery Salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small bowl and mix with a whisk, or add to a small sealable bag and shake to mix.3 Tablespoons Light Brown Sugar, 2 Tablespoons Smoked Paprika, 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary, 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme, 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder, 2 Tablespoons Kosher Salt, 1 Tablespoons Black Pepper, 1 Tablespoons Garlic Powder, 1 Tablespoons Onion Powder, ½ teaspoon Rubbed Sage, ½ teaspoon Baking Powder, ½ teaspoon Celery Salt
- Rub all over turkey before smoking.
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