Spice Rubs Gives Christmas Turkeys A Globel Flavor

Spice rubs inspired by the south of France , the Southwest and fragrant Indian cooking offer a vibrant , international way to flavor the Christmas turkey beyond salt and pepper . The rubs can be used with any non-brined turkey recipes .

South of France Rub

4      teaspoons dried thyme

4      teaspoons  mild paprika

2      teaspoons sea salt  (or regular salt)

2      teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest

2      teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

1/2   teaspoon cayenne pepper

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Southwestern Rub

2     tablespoons  chili power

2     tablespoons ground cumin

2     teaspoons dried oregano

1     tablespoon ground coriander

1     teaspoon cayenne pepper

1     teaspoon garlic power

1     teaspoon sea salt (or regular table salt)

1     teaspoon freshly ground  black pepper

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 Indian Rub

1    tablespoon garam masala

2    tablespoons ground cinnamon

1    tablespoon ground cumin

2    teaspoons kosher salt

1     teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/4  teaspoon ground allspice

2      teaspoons garlic powder

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Directions For Rubs .

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Mix the ingredients well in a bowl . Massage the bird inside and out with olive oil  or room temperature unsalted butter. Massage the rub gently across the exterior and interior  of the turkey . Roast turkey according to your recipe .

**** Makes about  1/2 cup of rub ... can be double to taste.