Best 4 Mexican Style Turkey Recipes

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Mexican-style turkey is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. It is a great way to add some zest to your weekly dinners or to impress your guests at your next party. With a variety of ingredients and cooking methods to choose from, finding the perfect Mexican-style turkey recipe can be a challenge. This article will provide you with some tips and tricks on how to find the best Mexican-style turkey recipe for your needs, whether you are looking for a simple weeknight meal or a show-stopping dish for a special occasion.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN-STYLE TURKEY CHORIZO



Mexican-Style Turkey Chorizo image

This super-flavorful lighter version of Mexican chorizo is made with lean ground turkey instead of pork. Form into burger patties, stuff inside sausage casings, use as taco meat, or fry some up with eggs! This is what I use to make my Chorizo-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash recipe, also found on this site. The possibilities are endless!

Provided by France C

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound lean ground turkey
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
½ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Combine turkey, vinegar, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sweet paprika, salt, cumin, coriander, Mexican oregano, dried chipotle pepper, cinnamon, and cloves in a mixing bowl. Mix well.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour for flavors to blend. Store in the refrigerator or freeze until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 83.6 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 511.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

MEXICAN-STYLE TURKEY



Mexican-Style Turkey image

Turkey breasts, caster sugar, chilli powder, chocolate and coriander: just some of the ingredients that are brought together in this recipe. Perhaps not surprisingly, I couldn't find another quite like it on Zaar! This is another recipe from the International Masters '1001 recipes for pan or wok' recipe cards, posted for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. The word chocolate comes from the Aztec word 'xocolati'. The Aztecs often used cocoa beans to make unsweetened drinks. See notes below about the sort of chocolate most suitable for this recipe. 15g = 1/2 ounce. The preparation and cooking times do not include the 2 hours chilling and marinating time.

Provided by bluemoon downunder

Categories     Turkey Breasts

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 garlic cloves
4 turkey breast
2 tablespoons malt vinegar
1 teaspoon caster sugar
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
15 g chocolate, high-quality plain
1 chicken stock cube
3 tablespoons tomato puree
sesame seeds, to garnish
coriander, chopped, to garnish

Steps:

  • Peel the garlic and crush 1 clove; place the turkey breasts in a dish and sprinkle with vinegar, sugar and crushed garlic, season to taste, cover and chill for at least 2 hours.
  • Heat the oil in a deep, preferably non-stick, pan; remove the turkey from the marinade and fry for 10-12 minutes, turning once, until cooked and golden; remove from the pan and keep warm. Reserve the pan juices.
  • Meanwhile, peel and chop the onions, and put them in a food processor with the remaining 3 cloves of garlic, the chilli powder and cinnamon, season to taste and blend into a smooth paste.
  • Reheat the juices in the pan until simmering, stir in the onion paste and simmer for 5 minutes; then stir in 300ml/1/2 pint of water.
  • Grate in the chocolate, crumble in the stock cube and stir in the tomato purée; add the turkey and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the turkey is hot and the sauce is thick; garnish with sesame seeds and coriander, and serve with sour cream and Fried Mexican Potatoes and Capsicum Recipe # -- warm tortillas.
  • Chef's Tip: It is important to use only plain chocolate with a high percentage of cocoa solids, as ordinary plain chocolate will make the sauce too sweet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1904, Fat 88.9, SaturatedFat 24, Cholesterol 736, Sodium 975.9, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.2, Protein 249.6

TURKEY AND BISCUIT CASSEROLE-MEXICAN STYLE



Turkey and Biscuit Casserole-Mexican style image

This is a great recipe to make and I know I will be making it often, My family loves it as do I and there was only a small amount left and my son ate it for breakfast.. So-using this recipe a basic starter for other ingredients..just think of all the combinations you can come up with. I can think of many like creamy scrambled...

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Casseroles

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground turkey
1/2 c onion, diced
2 tsp liquid smoke flavoring,optional
15 oz can enchilada sauce
1/2 c crushed tomatoes
1 tsp each of seasoned salt and garlic powder
1 can(s) grands flaky layers refrigerator biscuits (8 count)
1 c mexican style shredded cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350^. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish; set aside. In a large saucepan add the oil. When hot add the ground turkey and brown well.
  • 2. Add the onion and continue to brown. Now pour in the enchilads sauce and crushed tomatoes,liquid smoke, seasoned salt and garlic powder . Stir to blend well.
  • 3. Remove biscuits from can and cut each biscuit in fourths (cut in 1/2 then each 1/2 in 1/2); stir into the meat and sauce mixture ;coating all the pieces of biscuit well.
  • 4. Carefully pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Bake for 25 minutes or until dough is golden brown and cooked through.
  • 5. Remove from oven and sprinkle cheese on top. Bake for about 8 minutes or until cheese has melted. Remove from oven and Let stand for 5 minutes.

BONNIE'S MY TURKEY SOUP, MEXICAN STYLE -- OLé!



BONNIE'S MY TURKEY SOUP, MEXICAN STYLE -- Olé! image

Here is a great way to use up all that leftover turkey, or you can use a whole chicken to make this flavorful Soup. This will be a welcome change to your menu during the holidays, and one you will look forward to! It goes great with my Spanish Cornbread, which is posted on this site. So Ladle up some soup into bowls, and top it...

Provided by BonniE !

Categories     Turkey Soups

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 30

1 leftover turkey carcass
3 quarts of water, or more to completely cover turkey
4 cups uncooked egg noodles
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seasonings:
2 bay leaves
3 teaspoons chicken granules
4 teaspoons taco seasoning
1 teaspoon oregano
2 teaspoons marjoram
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon cumin
salt and pepper to taste
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vegetables:
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1 large onion, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
4 carrots, diced
1/2 can small green chilis chopped
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monterey jack cheese
green onions, chopped fine
garnishes:
sour cream
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serve with my spanish cornbread (posted on this site)

Steps:

  • 1. PREPARE THE MEAT FIRST: Remove and discard the skin of the turkey. This way, you will not have excessive amounts of grease in your soup. Place all the turkey meat AND the bones in a large stock pot. Cover with approximately 3 quarts of water, making sure all the turkey is covered at least an inch over the meat. Turn the burner on high, when the soup boils, reduce to medium heat.
  • 2. THE SEASONINGS: Add the seasonings to the pot, bay leaves, chicken granules, taco seasoning, oregano, marjoram, red pepper flakes, cumin, salt and pepper to taste.
  • 3. THE VEGETABLES: Add the vegetables to the pot: parsley, cilantro, onion, garlic, red bell pepper, celery, carrots, and green chilis. Bring the soup back to a boil, and then cover and lower to simmer. Simmer for an hour and a half to two hours, or until the meat falls off the bones.
  • 4. REMOVE THE BONES: Place the collander in a second large pot and pour the soup in it. Be careful, it is hot! Remove and discard the bones. Return all the broth back to the first stock pot and turn the burner on medium high. (if you feel you want more liquid, then add a can of chicken broth) Add the cooked meat and vegetables back to the broth. When the broth comes to a boil, add the egg noodles and cook until done. Serve with garnishes of grated jack cheese, chopped green onions and dollops of sour cream. Serve with my Spanish cornbread recipe on this site. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose the right turkey: A smaller turkey, around 12-14 pounds, is ideal for this recipe. A larger turkey may not cook evenly.
  • Brine the turkey: Brining the turkey helps to keep it moist and flavorful. You can use a simple brine made with water, salt, and sugar.
  • Roast the turkey at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy skin. Start by roasting the turkey at 450°F (230°C) for 30 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue roasting until the turkey is cooked through.
  • Use a meat thermometer: The best way to tell if the turkey is cooked through is to use a meat thermometer. Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh. The turkey is cooked when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Let the turkey rest before carving: This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

This Mexican-style turkey recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy turkey for your next special occasion. The combination of Mexican spices and flavors gives the turkey a unique and flavorful taste. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a delicious and memorable meal that your family and friends will love.

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