Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds (2.5kg) turkey wings
- 2 tablespoons (25g) brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon (10g) garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon (10g) onion powder
- 1½ teaspoons (3g) dried oregano
- 1½ teaspoons (3g) dried thyme
- 1½ teaspoons (2g) sage
- ½ tablespoon (4g) freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon (1g) cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon (1g) mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon (2g) celery seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon (3g) paprika
- 2 teaspoons (12g) kosher salt (¾–1 teaspoon per pound is average)
- 1 cup (280g) homemade bbq sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Separate the drumettes and wingettes at the joints with a sharp knife, removing the wing tip if desired.
- Preheat the smoker to 225℉ (110℃), keeping the lid open until the smoke clears.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, sage, ground pepper, cayenne pepper, mustard, celery seeds, and paprika together and set aside.
- Rinse the turkey wings, dry them thoroughly with paper towels, and place them in a large bowl or on a plate.
- Lightly season the wings with salt, then apply the dry rub to cover every inch of the skin.
- Arrange the wings on smoker grates with spacing for smoke circulation. Smoke for 1½-2 hours until the internal temperature reaches about 175℉ (80℃). Optionally baste with BBQ sauce last 30 minutes of smoking.
- Remove the wings from the smoker and let them rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve the wings with your favorite dipping sauce and sides.
Last Step:
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For a spicier kick, increase the cayenne pepper according to your preference.
Letting the wings rest after smoking helps retain their juices for better texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 130 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wing
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg