Spanish Rub

Transform your cooking with this bold and aromatic Spanish Rub, a versatile spice blend bursting with the smoky warmth of paprika, earthy cumin, and a medley of garlic, onion, and oregano. Perfectly balanced with hints of turmeric and a customizable kick of cayenne pepper, this quick-to-make seasoning adds depth and vibrant flavor to meats, seafood, and vegetables alike. Ready in just 5 minutes, this rub is a pantry essential for grilling, roasting, or searing, turning any dish into a fiesta of Spanish-inspired tastes. Store it conveniently to enhance your recipes for up to three months. Spice up your kitchen routine with this simple yet dynamic homemade blend!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons paprika (preferably smoked)
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, ground black pepper, kosher salt, ground cayenne pepper (if using), and ground turmeric.

Step 2

Stir the mixture thoroughly until all the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Once fully mixed, transfer the Spanish Rub to an airtight container or spice jar for storage. Use immediately or within 3 months for the best flavor.

Step 4

To use, generously rub the spice mixture onto meats, seafood, or vegetables before grilling, roasting, or searing. Adjust the amount based on the size of the protein or vegetable.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(39.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	122.6

Total Fat 4.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 621.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.9g
Protein 5.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 145.6mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 628.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.7%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 61.6%