MEXICAN-STYLE TURKEY

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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

Mukiibi Laila
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good.


Shamsa Talat
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


WorthYT
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! I will definitely be making this again.


Heather Hayford
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good.


Oromoo Gursum
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out perfectly. The sauce was also delicious.


Gracie Otis
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good.


saeed rasool
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Chukwuebuka Innocent
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! I will definitely be making this again.


Munni Alam
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good.


Liz Martin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out perfectly. The sauce was also delicious.


Eiman Grimida
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Marsa Wax
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Sangeen Shah
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This recipe was a great way to use up leftover turkey. The flavors were well-balanced and the turkey was very moist.


Jad Elzein
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I followed the recipe exactly and the turkey came out dry and overcooked. The sauce was also too spicy for my taste.


Capricious Dame
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The turkey was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mahabub Mahid
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The turkey was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Gauz Bonthuys
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This Mexican-style turkey was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were bold and delicious, and the turkey was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.