Spicy Turkey Tacos
Craving a quick and easy dinner? These Spicy Turkey Tacos are the ultimate flavor-packed solution! With savory ground turkey and a blend of spices, each bite is a tantalizing experience. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual gathering, these tacos are sure to satisfy your cravings!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Frying Pan
- Peeler
- Chef's Knife
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 medium onion peeled and chopped
- 5-6 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- 2 pounds ground turkey or ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons tomato paste
- 16 tortillas Flour, corn, or low carb
- Possible Garnishes: Pico de gallo, salsa, avocado, guacamole, Cotija cheese, limes
Instructions
- Set a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the oil. Once hot, add in the chopped onion, garlic, and cilantro. Sauté for 3-4 minutes to soften the onions.
- Then add in the ground turkey (or ground chicken) along with the ancho chile, cumin, paprika, salt, and tomato paste. Stir and break the ground meat into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Continue to cook and brown the taco meat for 5-7 minutes.
- Once the taco meat is cooked through, spoon it into tortillas and garnish with your favorite taco toppings.
Notes
- Leftovers: Let the taco meat cool and place in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Store in the freezer for up to 3 months, and defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating in a skillet or microwave.