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Turkey picadillo is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. It is a great way to use up leftover turkey, and it is also a hearty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. This article will provide you with a recipe for turkey picadillo ii, which is a variation on the classic recipe that uses ground turkey instead of beef. The result is a lighter and healthier dish that is still just as flavorful and satisfying.

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TURKEY PICADILLO II



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A traditional Cuban dish made dieter and taste bud friendly. Serve with brown rice or make them into Cuban Sloppy Joes by putting the mixture inside whole wheat hamburger buns.

Provided by jeidipippins

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground turkey
1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
½ cup white wine
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
⅓ cup chopped green olives
⅓ cup raisins
½ cup canned black beans
1 tablespoon olive brine
1 tablespoon capers
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 teaspoons ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground turkey. Cook and stir until the turkey is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Remove the turkey and drain and discard any excess grease.
  • Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, bell pepper, garlic, and bay leaves; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cooked turkey, wine, tomato sauce, olives, raisins, black beans, olive brine, capers, cayenne, and cumin. Simmer about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 17.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 589.8 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

TURKEY PICADILLO



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I serve this over shortcut pasta or egg noodles and garnish it with sour cream and a sprinkling of chopped scallions. Any leftovers reheat wonderfully. -Anita Pinney, Santa Rosa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5-1/3 cups uncooked whole wheat egg noodles
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup golden raisins
Optional: Reduced-fat sour cream and chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the turkey, green pepper and onion over medium heat until turkey is no longer pink; drain. Add the garlic, chili powder and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes and raisins; heat through. Drain noodles; serve with turkey mixture. If desired, top with sour cream and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

TURKEY PICADILLO SANDWICHES



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The sweet, bold flavors of ground turkey simmered with raisins, olives and fragrant spices creates the foundation for these mouthwatering picadillo sandwiches. Typically made with beef, picadillo is widely celebrated throughout Latin America and preparation varies based on region.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 53m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 medium onion, diced
8 cloves garlic, chopped
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 1/4 pounds ground turkey
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 6-ounce can tomato paste
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup chopped pimento-stuffed olives, plus 2 tablespoons olive juice
4 soft sesame buns or Portuguese rolls, split
Sliced avocado, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until slightly soft, about 2 minutes. Add the bay leaves, cumin, chili powder and allspice; toast 1 to 2 minutes. Add the turkey, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Cook about 5 minutes, breaking up the meat.
  • Add the tomato paste and stir until brick red, 3 to 4 minutes. Add 2 cups water, the raisins, olives and olive juice. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook over medium heat until thickened, about 15 minutes. Uncover and cook, stirring, 3 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Drizzle the cut sides of the rolls with olive oil, place on a baking sheet and warm in the oven, about 5 minutes. Fill the rolls with the turkey mixture. Garnish with avocado, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 56 milligrams, Sodium 944 milligrams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 43 grams

TURKEY PICADILLO



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This picadillo has just about everything in it that I like, being a little different from the others here on Zaar. It's from The Whole Foods Market Cookbook and can be eaten alone or stuffed inside a chile relleno or warm whole wheat tortilla.

Provided by carmenskitchen

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/8 cup canola oil
1 lb ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, seeded and chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 medium red pepper, chopped
1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons fresh oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup manzanilla olives, sliced
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup capers, drained
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • Heat canola oil over medium heat in large skillet.
  • Add ground turkey, breaking up into small pieces as it browns.
  • Drain fat and then add onion through salt.
  • Cook stirring often about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add olives, raisins and capers and simmer 30 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • Just before serving, stir in peas.
  • Cook for one more minute until peas are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.8, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 89.7, Sodium 1079.9, Carbohydrate 20.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 11.1, Protein 23

TURKEY PICADILLO



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Long before sloppy joes became an American classic, picadillo was a fixture in Cuba. It is economical, easy and quick -- a winning combination. In this version, inspired by *Eating Well* turkey is used as a lighter alternative to ground beef. Serve this over white rice with Recipe #134349 and a salad.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Poultry

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 eggs (optional)
14 ounces lean ground turkey or 14 ounces lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 small carrot, diced small 1/4 inch or smaller
3/4 cup chopped scallion, divided
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/2 cup chopped pimento-stuffed green olives
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • If using eggs, place in a small saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil; simmer on medium-low for 15 minutes. Drain, peel and slice and set aside.
  • Cook meat and onions in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, crumbling the turkey with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. If you like, you can blot off any excess oil, more desireable if you are using ground beef.
  • Add 1/2 cup scallions, diced carrots and garlic; cook over medium heat, stirring often, until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in chili powder, oregano, cumin, cinnamon and cayenne. Continue to cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add raisins, olives, tomato paste, water and stir to blend. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Season with pepper.
  • Garnish with the remaining scallions and the hard-cooked eggs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.5, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 78.8, Sodium 233.6, Carbohydrate 25.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 14.6, Protein 20

TURKEY PICADILLO



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Serve this dish -- a lighter variation of the classic Cuban picadillo, made with beef -- over white rice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes     Ground Turkey Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, finely diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 red bell peppers, finely diced
2 green bell peppers, finely diced
4 pounds ground turkey
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground oregano
2 teaspoons dried tarragon
1 teaspoon ground coriander
5 dried bay leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups dry white wine
2 cups tomato puree
1/2 cup Homemade Chicken Stock, or canned low-sodium chicken broth, skimmed of fat
3/4 cup raisins
1 cup pimiento-stuffed green olives, thinly sliced
Easy Cuban Black Beans
12 sunny-side-up fried eggs (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a wide, shallow stockpot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook, without browning, 4 minutes. Add red and green bell peppers; cook until onions are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes.
  • Raise heat to high; add turkey, cumin, oregano, tarragon, coriander, and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper. Break meat up into small pieces; cook until opaque, about 7 minutes. Add wine; cook until most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium low. Add tomato puree and chicken stock; stir to combine. Simmer until most of liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. Stir in raisins and olives; cook 2 minutes. Serve with Cuban black beans; top with fried eggs, if desired.

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to cook the picadillo. This will ensure that the meat has enough room to brown and the vegetables have enough space to cook evenly.
  • Brown the meat in batches if necessary. Don't overcrowd the skillet or the meat will steam instead of brown.
  • Don't skip the step of cooking the vegetables. They add flavor and texture to the picadillo.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your picadillo. This will add color and flavor to the dish.
  • Season the picadillo to taste. You can use a variety of spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.
  • Serve the picadillo with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or tortillas.

Conclusion:

Turkey picadillo is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover turkey. With its combination of ground turkey, vegetables, and spices, picadillo is a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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