Turkey Chorizo (Loose, not Encased)

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In college, I spent some summers in New Mexico, where I fell in love with authentic Mexican chorizo. But having become very health-conscious, my husband and I have been trying to replicate that chorizo flavor in extra lean ground turkey. This recipe tastes just like the pork chorizo from our favorite taco trucks. Serve in tacos, burritos, quesadillas, omelets, or breakfast burritos. I suggest serving on corn tortillas, with chopped onion and cilantro garnish, and a squeeze of lime.

Submitted by janelle

Published on June 19, 2020

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

8 mins

Total Time:

18 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

3 dried red chile peppers, or more to taste
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons red chile powder
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon crushed dried oregano
2 teaspoons salt
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
¾ teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 ¼ pounds extra-lean ground turkey breast
2 teaspoons olive oil
½ lime, juiced
¼ orange, juiced

Directions

Pulse dried red chile peppers in a spice grinder until coarsely ground.
Combine ground chile peppers, apple cider vinegar, red chile powder, water, oregano, salt, garlic, cumin, sugar, and black pepper in a large bowl; mix well. Add turkey; mix until seasonings are well-incorporated.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned turkey; cook, stirring frequently to break up clumps, until no longer pink, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in lime juice and orange juice. Continue cooking until browned, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

196	Calories
4g	Fat
4g	Carbs
35g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 196
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g	5%
Saturated Fat 1g	4%
Cholesterol 88mg	29%
Sodium 1235mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 4g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 35g	71%
Vitamin C 4mg	5%
Calcium 45mg	3%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 481mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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