Description

A flavorful and aromatic homemade turkey seasoning blend perfect for roasting, grilling, or smoking your turkey. This dry rub combines classic herbs and spices to enhance the natural taste of your turkey while adding a delightful depth of flavor. Easy to make and versatile, it can be used with butter or olive oil for extra moisture and works wonderfully for Thanksgiving or any turkey feast.

Ingredients

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Turkey Seasoning Blend

1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Zest of 1 lemon (optional for brightness)

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, mix together the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried thyme, dried rosemary, dried sage, black pepper, cayenne pepper if using, and lemon zest until evenly combined.
Season the Turkey: Rub the seasoning blend generously over the entire turkey, making sure to get under the skin and inside the cavity if using a whole bird to maximize flavor penetration.
Rest the Turkey: Allow the seasoned turkey to rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate it overnight for the best flavor development.
Cook Your Turkey: Use this seasoning on your turkey whether you choose to roast, grill, or smoke it according to your preferred cooking method.

Notes

This seasoning works great when combined with olive oil or softened butter for added moisture and richness.
You can easily double or triple this recipe and store the extra seasoning in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
Optional lemon zest adds brightness and a fresh citrus note, enhancing the overall flavor profile.