Crispy Spicy Turkey Tacos (One of My Favorites!!)

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May. 10, 2012

For all those turkey lovers out there, here is a must-try turkey recipe for you. If you want to indulge in spicy and crispy bites of turkey, watch this video here

Ingredients

Extra virgin olive oil 2 Tablespoon
Onion 1/2 Medium , dice
Garlic 2 Clove (10 gm) , mince
Lean ground turkey 1 Pound , thawed
Kosher salt To Taste
All purpose seasoning To Taste ((grand diamond))
Mexican oregano 2 Teaspoon
Cumin 1/2 Tablespoon
Red pepper flakes 1/2 Tablespoon
Tomato sauce can 7 Ounce ((Mexican Style Spicy))
Corn tortillas 12 Large
Vegetable oil 3 Cup (48 tbs) ((For deep frying))
For the taco topping
Lettuce 4 Cup (64 tbs)
Cilantro 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) , finely chopped
Sharp cheddar cheese 1 Cup (16 tbs) , shredded
Pepper jack cheese 1 Cup (16 tbs) , shredded
Tomatoes 1 1/2 Cup (24 tbs) , dice
Scallions ( green and white) 1 Cup (16 tbs) , dice
Sour cream 2 Cup (32 tbs)

Directions

GETTING READY

1. Clean and dice the onion, tomatoes and the scallions, keep it aside in separate bowl.

2. Finely chop the cilantro and mince the garlic.

3. Shred both the cheese, keep it separate.

MAKING

4. In a medium saucepan sauté the onion with the olive oil for 3-5 minutes.

5. Add the garlic and sauté, add the turkey meat and using a large spoon break up the meat into small pieces, cook for 8 minutes to 10 minutes stirring it occasionally.

6. Add salt when the meat is almost brown followed by Grand Diamond Seasoning, oregano, cumin, red pepper and spicy tomato sauce.

7. Turn the heat down to medium low and simmer for 15 minutes.

8. In the meantime make the taco shells, in a separate deep pan heat the vegetable oil on high.

9. Place the tortilla in the oil and fry the first side of the tortilla for about 1 to 2 minutes.

10. Using a spatula, carefully turn the tortilla over and fold it in half. While the first half is frying in the hot oil, hold the opposite side open allowing the tortilla to fry until the first side is golden and crisp.

11. Turn the tortilla over to the second half and fry until it’s golden and crisp.

12. Remove and drain the oil on a paper towel.

13. Once the meat is done remove from heat and allow it to cool.

SERVING

14. Serve the spicy turkey taco along with the assorted topping according to each individual’s taste

Recipe Summary

Difficulty Level: Medium
Cook Time: 40 Minutes
Ready In: 40 Minutes
Servings: 4

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 1182Calories from Fat 680

 % Daily Value*

Total Fat 79 g121.5%

Saturated Fat 32 g160%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol

Sodium 1087 mg45.29%

Total Carbohydrates 71 g23.7%

Dietary Fiber 7 g28%

Sugars 10 g

Protein 48 g96%

Vitamin A % Vitamin C %

Calcium % Iron %

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet