Stuffed Turkey Legs

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These Puerto Rican-style stuffed turkey legs were my dad's favorite. This recipe is in his loving memory.

Submitted by Zulma Lozano
Updated on August 22, 2022
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 4 turkey legs

  • 1 cup olive oil

  • 2 green bell peppers

  • 1 large white onion

  • 2 tablespoons salt

  • 1 pinch ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar

  • 5 slices bacon

  • 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce

Directions

  1. Make numerous vertical slits in the turkey legs.

  2. In a small bowl combine olive oil, salt, pepper, teriyaki sauce, vinegar, and oregano. Add turkey legs and toss to coat. Let marinate while you prepare vegetables and bacon.

  3. Cut onion, green pepper, and bacon into small squares (approximately the same size as the slits in the legs).

  4. Fill each slit with one piece of pepper, onion, and bacon.

  5. After the legs are stuffed, brown them in the oil mixture on medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Reduce the temperature to low and cover. Cook for 40 to 45 minutes or until the meat starts to separate from the bone. If the legs dry out when cooking, add a little water to the skillet and lower the temperature.

Editor's Note:

The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cooking method, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

581 Calories
24g Fat
8g Carbs
78g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 581
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 31%
Saturated Fat 7g 33%
Cholesterol 191mg 64%
Sodium 4307mg 187%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 78g 157%
Vitamin C 51mg 57%
Calcium 86mg 7%
Iron 8mg 42%
Potassium 897mg 19%

* 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.