🔥 Spice mix “For smoking chicken” – a smoky flavor that stays with you
If you like real, gourmet-worthy smoked chicken , this is the blend that will take your smoking to the next level.
Our own hand-blended blend combines herbs, spicy spices and juniper berries , which release a gentle but rich smoky aroma during smoking and give the meat a hearty, authentic character.
🌲 Juniper berries add a pleasant resinous note, while the thoughtful combination of spices makes every bite juicy and irresistibly fragrant.
👉 Not just for chicken!
The mixture also makes a great accompaniment to smoked pork, beef, or even homemade sausages .✨ Use for rubbing before smoking or add to brine.
A simple way to give your food the real soul of country smoking – without artificial additives.
Traditions. Taste. Smoke. That's how real chicken smokes!
🍗 Recipe idea: Classic smoked chicken with juniper berry flavor
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken (about 1.5-2 kg)
2–3 tbsp. spice mix "For smoking chicken"
1 tbsp. salt (or to taste)
1 tbsp. brown sugar (optional – for flavor balance)
1 tbsp. oil
Optional: fresh thyme or rosemary in a pinch
Preparation:
Prepare the chicken – wash, dry, and remove any excess fat or feathers.
Make a spice paste: mix the spice mixture with salt, sugar and oil.
Add a little lemon juice or garlic if desired.Rub the chicken with the mixture both inside and out.
If you want a more pronounced flavor, also put the spice under the skin (for example, on the breast).Leave to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4–6 hours (even better – overnight).
Smoke at 80–100°C for approximately 2.5–3 hours, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 75°C.
Rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing to retain the juices.
💡 Tip:
When smoking, use juniper twigs or wood chips for a more intense smoky note.
The mixture will also be great for smoked chicken fillets or ham .
Spice mix for smoked chicken 100 g
Salt, black pepper, garlic, onion, dill seeds, coriander, rosemary, mustard seeds, paprika, juniper, cumin, parsley, sugar.
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