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Turkey Picadillo

A light and flavorful Cuban-inspired ground turkey dish with vegetables and spices.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.33 lb 93% lean ground turkey
  • 4 oz tomato sauce (1/2 can)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 small bay leaves
  • 2 tbsp green Spanish pitted olives plus 2 tbsp brine
  • 1 medium tomato
  • 0.5 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp red bell pepper finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp cilantro (optional)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Brown the ground turkey on medium heat in a large sauté pan and season with salt and pepper. Use a wooden spoon to break the meat into small pieces.
  2. Meanwhile, prepare the sofrito by chopping onion, garlic, bell pepper, tomato, and cilantro in a mini chopper or by hand.
  3. Add the sofrito to the cooked meat and continue cooking on a low heat.
  4. Add olives, brine, cumin, bay leaves, and adjust salt as needed.
  5. Stir in tomato sauce and a splash of water. Mix well.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.

Notes

This dish pairs well with rice or a side of vegetables.