Turkey Seasoning – A mouthwatering mix of aromatic herbs and spices that transforms plain turkey into a flavor-packed feast! The perfect balance of earthy sage, fragrant rosemary, and smoky paprika will make your taste buds dance with every bite. This versatile spice mix also kicks up other recipes for a great flavor party.
You and I know how important seasoning is for creating delicious meals for our families. Herbs and spices provide complex flavors that enhance even the blandest of foods.
Thus, I’m excited to share this turkey seasoning recipe with you! It’s effortless and delicious on much more than just turkey. So get ready to take your holiday turkey to the next level with this must-try rub.
Content…What Is It? |
What Is Turkey Seasoning?
There’s something about sage that goes so well with turkey. But the seasonings usually include thyme, rosemary, and oregano. And, of course, classic garlic, onion, and black pepper add flavor to your Thanksgiving turkey. I’m in love with smoked paprika, so it almost always finds its way into my seasoning mixes.
Recipe Ingredients
- Garlic & Onion Powder provide aromatic goodness for flavorful goodness
- Dried Seasonings – Dried thyme, rosemary, oregano, and sage create a robust flavor palette to bring out the best of every turkey meal
- Smoked Paprika adds a rich, smoky flavor and a subtle spiciness
- Brown Sugar is a mild flavor enhancer and creates deliciously golden crusty turkey skin
How to Make Turkey Seasoning
- Combine all the ingredients: garlic and onion powder, dried thyme, rosemary, oregano, sage, brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, and salt. (Photo 1)
- Stir or shake the jar to thoroughly combine all the ingredients.
- Store – Use your seasoning mix immediately or store it in an airtight container. (Photos 2-4)
Recipe Variations
- Citrus zest adds a fresh and tangy flavor
- Adding a curry powder blend (coriander, cumin, and turmeric) can create a spicy, exotic flavor profile for your turkey.
Tips and Tricks
- Turkey tastes fantastic with various flavors, so don’t be afraid to experiment with various herbs and spices for the perfect combination for your taste.
- Stuffing the turkey’s cavity with aromatics such as onion, garlic, lemon, and herbs can add flavor and aroma to the bird as it cooks.
- After seasoning the turkey, let it sit for a little while to let the seasonings permeate the meat before cooking.
How to Season a Turkey
This incredibly versatile seasoning mix is excellent on any poultry, but rubbing it on and under the turkey’s skin is the easiest way. Try it on smothered turkey wings, turkey gravy, or Southern fried chicken, and enjoy your loved ones’ smiles.
Storage Instructions
Whole herbs usually stay fresh for 2 years. Pre-ground spices and herbs have a shorter shelf life, but your mix should stay fresh for about six months. Of course, the fresher your herbs, the longer your mix will last.
Quick Tip: If you can’t identify the herbs by their aroma, they’re probably too old and you need fresh.
FAQs
For sure! The tasty, aromatic herbs and spices used in seasonings for turkey are just bursting with a variety of flavors that go so well with any poultry. It also goes great with starchy veggies, like potatoes, carrots, and parsnips.
A brine is typically water, salt, and a little sugar to soak the turkey in for extra juicy, tender meat. Adding a tablespoon or two of turkey seasoning to the brine infuses the turkey with even more flavor.
A teaspoon of turkey seasoning per pound for a dry rub will usually be enough. However, everyone’s tastes are different. As long as the meat is evenly seasoned (no clumps of seasoning) and you put some under the skin, too, you should be good.
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Conclusion
Time-saving and delicious turkey seasonings are ready to ramp up your meal at a moment’s notice. What is your favorite turkey recipe? Let me know in the comments.😍
Turkey Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon (5g) garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon (4g) onion powder
- 2 teaspoons (2g) dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons (2.5) dried rosemary
- 2 teaspoons (2g) dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon (1g) dried sage
- 1 tablespoon (12g) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon (2g) smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons (34g) kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon (2.5g) ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients: garlic and onion powder, dried thyme, rosemary, oregano, sage, brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
- Stir or shake the jar to thoroughly combine all the ingredients.
- Use your seasoning mix immediately, or store it in an airtight container.
Tips & Notes:
- Turkey tastes fantastic with various flavors, so don’t be afraid to experiment with various herbs and spices for the perfect combination for your taste.
- Stuffing the turkey’s cavity with aromatics such as onion, garlic, lemon, and herbs can add flavor and aroma to the bird as it cooks.
- After seasoning a turkey, let it sit for a little while to let the seasonings permeate the meat before cooking.
- Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.
Alisha Robinson says
Any way to scale this so I can get a teaspoon of this for your Smothered Turkey chops recipe? I don’t need 1/2 a cup and even scaling back with your servings bar puts things at .005 tsp. Otherwise I’ll use all of my seasonings just trying to get 1 tsp!
Imma says
Hi Alisha,
You can cut the recipe in half or even a quarter. Sure you will still have some leftovers which you can store in an airtight bag or container in a cool, dark place for the longest possible shelf life. You can use this seasoning for any of your protein dishes too, especially poultry. Hope this helps!