Best Spicy Smoked Turkey Superfood Taco Recipes

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SPICY TURKEY TACOS



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Tastier, cheaper, and healthier than the traditional beef with store bought seasoning. If you're not sure about the turkey, go with ground turkey thighs---it's darker, and most people will never know the difference.

Provided by JelsMom

Categories     Turkey Breasts

Time 20m

Yield 8 tacos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4-1 lb ground turkey breast
6 -8 taco shells
4 teaspoons whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon sea salt
3/4 teaspoon onion flakes
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (the more you add the spicier the tacos!)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon unbleached cane sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground oregano
1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
1/2 cup 2% cheddar cheese
1/3 cup picante sauce
2 tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 onion, coarsely chopped
1 cup lettuce, shredded

Steps:

  • Whisk together all seasoning ingredients in small bowl. Set aside.
  • Brown meat in large skillet. Add seasoning mixture and 2/3 cup water; mix thoroughly.
  • Bring to boil, then reduce to low heat. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Heat taco shells according to package instructions.
  • Spoon meat into warmed taco shells.
  • Top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.6, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 68, Sodium 953, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 29.2

SMOKED TURKEY TACOS



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I know most people would do hot turkey sammies , soup or pot pie's etc. But oh no me :-) This is what I came up with for some of the leftover turkey. This was a huge success I think mainly due to the amazingly delicious saucy relish! And that smoked turkey put it over the moon.

Provided by Irisa Raina 9

Categories     Other Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 13

taco shells
smoked turkey left over from thanksgiving { either shredded or cut into thin strips } i used about 2 cups
1 - 10 bag of spinach
½ a can cranberry sauce { either whole or smooth }
¼ to ½ cup red onion { minced fine }
1 large jalapeno pepper cut in ½, one half seeded and the vein removed the other one leave them in
½ teaspoon bourbon { optional }
10 green onions { chopped fine } using the whites and some of the green
6 ounces of cheddar cheese { grated }
6 ounces of pepper cheese { grated }
3 teaspoons fine sea salt
3 teaspoons fresh ground pepper
2 or 3 teaspoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • 1. Put the spinach into a pan and sauté them in a small amount of butter. Don't let the amount of spinach worry you....it looks like a ton, but like most greens it will have wilted down.
  • 2. Shred the turkey and once the spinach as wilted add it to the pan, season with salt and pepper, when the turkey is hot and the spinach is wilted cover to keep warm.
  • 3. TO MAKE THE CRANBERRY SAUCY RELISH:
  • 4. Mix the cranberry sauce, red onion, jalapeño pepper and the bourbon, mix thoroughly.
  • 5. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • 6. THE GARNISHES:
  • 7. Finely chop the green onions. Grate both of the cheeses and combine.
  • 8. TO ASSEMBLE:
  • 9. Spread some of the cranberry mixture on the bottom of the shells.
  • 10. Then add the hot turkey, spinach mixture.
  • 11. Then the cheese!
  • 12. Top with the green onions and enjoy!

SPICY GROUND TURKEY TACOS



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Make and share this Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mike 2

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 tacos, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon oregano
6 ounces lean ground turkey
1/2 cup onion, chopped
4 (6 inch) whole wheat tortillas
1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups lettuce, shredded
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup salsa

Steps:

  • In a non stick pan add the turkey and onions, cook over medium heat until the turkey has browned and onions are translucent, drain. Add spices and stir to mix.
  • To serve, place 1/4 cup of the turkey in each tortilla. Top with 1 tablespoon cheese, 1/4 of the tomatoes, 1/2 cup lettuce, and 2 tablespoons salsa.
  • Caloies 340, fat 13 gm, fiber 7gm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.4, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 82.4, Sodium 601.2, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 7.5, Protein 21.8

SWEET AND SPICY SMOKED TURKEY WITH SMOKED GRAVY



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 12h25m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup Sweet BBQ Rub, recipe follows
One 10- to 12-pound turkey, untrussed and spatchcocked
12 medium carrots, peeled
12 ounces mini bell peppers or sweet Melrose peppers
2 cups turkey or chicken stock
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup turbinado sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup kosher salt
3 tablespoons chili powder
3 tablespoons smoked paprika
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Rub the Sweet BBQ Rub all over both sides of the turkey. Transfer to a disposable aluminum pan breast-side up and refrigerate overnight, uncovered, to dry brine.
  • The day of roasting, let the turkey sit at room temperature for 1 hour. Add the carrots and peppers to the pan and put the turkey on a wire rack above the vegetables.
  • Preheat a gas grill, charcoal grill or smoker to 350 degrees F. If using a gas or charcoal grill, set up a smoke box or small disposable aluminum pan with fruit wood chips. Once the smoke is rolling, put the turkey and vegetables on the grill in the pan, close the lid and smoke for 1 hour.
  • After 1 hour, rotate the turkey and add the stock to the pan to deglaze. Continue smoking until the breast meat registers 160 degrees F and the thighs hit 165 degrees F, another 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Let the turkey rest 45 minutes to an hour while you make the gravy. Remove the carrots and peppers from the pan and set aside. Strain the drippings from the pan using a fat separator.
  • To make the gravy, melt the butter in a small pot over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk well to make a roux. Slowly add the strained drippings and whisk. Let simmer to reduce to the desired consistency. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  • Slice the turkey and serve over a medley of the smoked carrots and peppers with the gravy on the side.
  • Combine the turbinado sugar, granulated sugar, salt, chili powder, paprika, granulated garlic, onion powder, cayenne, cumin and pepper in a bowl. Store in an airtight container.

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