Smoked Turkey Rub
This easy smoked turkey rub blends paprika and cayenne pepper with brown sugar for the perfect blend of smoky-sweet. Take your smoked whole turkey, turkey breast, or thighs to the next level with this simple homemade BBQ seasoning.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp mustard powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all the dry rub ingredients. Use a fork to crush or remove any lumps that may form.
- Rinse your turkey under cold water and pat dry with paper towels
- Apply the rub to the turkey, covering all sides generously and working into any crevices or folds in the meat
- Smoke immediately