Description
This easy and healthy turkey chorizo recipe offers a lighter twist on traditional Mexican chorizo using lean ground turkey and a vibrant smoky spice blend. Perfectly seasoned with smoky paprika, ancho chili powder, and garlic, this versatile chorizo can be served alongside eggs, in breakfast bowls, tacos, burritos, or as a flavorful addition to your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
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Turkey Chorizo
- Olive oil spray
- 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons smoky paprika
- 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat the skillet: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat and spray it lightly with olive oil spray to prevent sticking and add a touch of healthy fat.
- Cook the turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula or wooden spoon. This ensures even cooking and helps incorporate the spices later.
- Season and combine spices: Once the turkey starts to brown, sprinkle in the red wine vinegar along with smoky paprika, ancho chili powder, cayenne pepper, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, oregano, cumin, and ground cloves. Stir well to coat all the meat evenly with the vibrant spice blend.
- Finish cooking: Continue cooking the turkey mixture, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned and no longer pink inside, about 10 minutes. This step fully develops the flavors while ensuring the turkey is cooked through.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the turkey chorizo immediately with eggs, breakfast bowls, tacos, burritos, or your favorite dishes for a flavorful protein boost.
Notes
- This recipe creates a lighter, healthier alternative to traditional pork chorizo by using lean turkey and a smoky spice mix.
- Red wine vinegar adds brightness and helps tenderize the meat while infusing a subtle tang.
- Adjust cayenne pepper amount to control the spiciness according to your taste preference.
- Perfect for meal prepping and storing in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Pairs well with scrambled eggs, avocado, salsa, fresh tortillas, or in burrito bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 cup (generous)
- Calories: 116 kcal
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 253 mg
- Fat: 5.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 53 mg
