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Turkey Rub Recipe

This turkey rub is a blend of savory spices and herbs to make the ultimate poultry seasoning! Homemade spice rub adds loads of flavor to your Thanksgiving turkey, while also delicious on chicken, beef, and Pork! Makes enough for a 12 pound turkey.
Author: Nikki Lee
Servings: 1 12 to 14 pound turkey
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper optional or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Rub ingredients under skin and all around turkey as a dry rub or wet rub (turkey rub butter) with softened or melted butter.
  • Prepare as desired. This will be enough seasoning for a 12 - 14 pound turkey.

Notes

Store in an airtight container or mason jar. Double recipe and use for turkey, chicken, pork, or beef.

Nutrition

Serving: 11 serving | Calories: 3kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Sodium: 783mg