Turkey Chorizo (Loose, not Encased) Recipe

Turkey Chorizo (Loose, not Encased) Recipe

  • 3 dried red chile peppers, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons red chile powder
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon crushed dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 3/4 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/4 pounds extra-lean ground turkey breast
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 lime, juiced
  • 1/4 orange, juiced
  1. Pulse dried red chile peppers in a spice grinder until coarsely ground.
  2. Combine ground chile peppers, apple cider vinegar, red chile powder, water, oregano, salt, garlic, cumin, sugar, and black pepper in a large bowl; mix well. Add turkey; mix until seasonings are well-incorporated.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned turkey; cook, stirring frequently to break up clumps, until no longer pink, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in lime juice and orange juice. Continue cooking until browned, about 5 minutes more.
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