How to Make Turkey Chorizo, Revised - A Step-by-Step Guide

One of the most versatile and flavorful meats to work with in the kitchen is turkey. It’s lean, packed with protein, and takes on the flavors of whatever seasonings and spices it’s mixed with. For those looking to incorporate more turkey into their diet, or simply looking to switch things up in their weekly menu, one tasty option is to make turkey chorizo.

Chorizo is a type of sausage that originated in Spain and Portugal, and is typically made with pork. However, for those looking fo...

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Ingredients

  • 2 dried red chile peppers
  • 1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano
  • 2 teaspoons smoked salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • ¾ teaspoon white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon multicolored peppercorns
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons New Mexico red chile powder
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 ½ pounds ground turkey breast

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place dried peppers in a mortar and grind into medium-sized pieces. Add oregano, salt, cumin, sugar, and peppercorns. Grind into a rough powder. Add garlic and continue to grind until a paste forms. Use a wooden spoon to mix the chile powder and paprika into the paste. Add the vinegar and water while stirring. Mix well.
  • Place ground turkey in a large bowl. Mix seasoning paste into turkey using your hands covered in clean rubber gloves. Allow mixture to rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before using in your favorite recipe.
  • Nutrition

    146 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 70mg
    • Sodium: 826mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 410mg