Turkey Chorizo, Revised

Name: Turkey Chorizo, Revised
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 80 min
Ingredients: 2 dried red chile peppers; 1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano; 2 teaspoons smoked salt; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 0.75 teaspoon white sugar; 0.5 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; 1.5 pounds ground turkey breast

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Revised version of 'Janelle's Turkey Chorizo (Loose, Not Encased).' I have adjusted the spices and method to suit my tastes. My friends who eat chorizo often have told me the end result is very good and close to an original recipe.

Recipe by Buckwheat Queen

Updated on October 21, 2021

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

1 hrs

Total Time:

1 hrs 20 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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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

Directions

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.

Cook's Notes:

I've made this using dried Calabrese peppers as well as dried Thai red peppers with excellent results. A friend used dried cayenne and he said the taste is very good. Therefore, it seems any hot pepper will work.

Baking Nana advised me to use gloves when mixing meat to avoid over mixing. It does help texture in sausage, meatloaf, and meatballs.

Editor's Note:

There is a potential risk of foodborne illness from the consumption of raw turkey meat. Be sure to cook this ingredient thoroughly in your choice of recipe before serving. Meat should not be pink in the center, juices should run clear, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

146	Calories
1g	Fat
4g	Carbs
29g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 146
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g	2%
Saturated Fat 0g	2%
Cholesterol 70mg	23%
Sodium 826mg	36%
Total Carbohydrate 4g	1%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 29g
Vitamin C 2mg	11%
Calcium 34mg	3%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 410mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.