How to Make Mexican-Style Turkey Chorizo - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Mexican cuisine, chorizo is a staple ingredient that adds bold and spicy flavors to a variety of dishes. While traditional chorizo is typically made with pork, this recipe for Mexican-style turkey chorizo offers a leaner and healthier alternative without sacrificing any of the delicious flavors.

This homemade turkey chorizo is easy to make and perfect for adding a kick of Mexican-inspired spice to your favorite dishes. Whether you want to use it in tacos, burritos, sc...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 pound chorizo

  • Combine turkey, vinegar, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sweet paprika, salt, cumin, coriander, Mexican oregano, dried chipotle pepper, cinnamon, and cloves in a mixing bowl. Mix well.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour for flavors to blend. Store in the refrigerator or freeze until ready to use.
  • Nutrition

    180 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 84mg
    • Sodium: 512mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 35mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 286mg