How to Make Homemade Turkey Chorizo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Homemade Turkey Chorizo is a flavorful and versatile sausage that adds a spicy kick to any dish. This Mexican-inspired sausage is made with ground turkey and seasoned with a blend of aromatic spices, making it a healthier alternative to traditional pork chorizo. Whether you're making tacos, burritos, or adding it to a breakfast scramble, this homemade turkey chorizo is a delicious and satisfying addition to any meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place turkey, vinegar, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, cumin, coriander, oregano, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a medium bowl. Mix well using your hands. Refrigerate for best flavor, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chorizo, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    216 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 84mg
    • Sodium: 560mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 314mg