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.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
8 mins
Total Time:
18 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 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

  1. Pulse dried red chile peppers in a spice grinder until coarsely ground.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.