Dry Rub For Fish Recipe

Elevate your seafood and poultry dishes with this incredibly flavorful dry rub! Developed by a home cook and perfected over time, this versatile blend of spices delivers a delicious crispy crust to your fish or chicken. Easy to make and even easier to use, this recipe is your new secret weapon for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike. Get ready for a taste explosion!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 16.6 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.7 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dry Rub For Fish

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How to Make Dry Rub For Fish

  1. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Mix thoroughly until all spices are evenly distributed.
  3. Generously rub the spice mixture onto your fish fillets or chicken pieces, ensuring even coverage.
  4. Let the rub sit on the fish or chicken for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator) to allow the flavors to penetrate.
  5. Cook your fish or chicken according to your preferred method (baking, grilling, pan-frying). Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g