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

Time 53m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

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