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Crispy Ground Turkey Tacos Recipe

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These Crispy Ground Turkey Tacos are a flavorful and healthy twist on traditional tacos, featuring seasoned ground turkey, melted Monterey Jack cheese, and a creamy, zesty avocado-jalapeno sauce. Baked until perfectly crispy, they provide a deliciously satisfying meal ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual gathering.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10 tacos

Ingredients

For the Avocado Jalapeno Sauce

  • 1 jalapeno (seeds and membranes removed)
  • 1 small avocado
  • ½ bunch fresh cilantro
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ½ lime (juiced)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Ground Turkey Filling

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1½ teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil

For Assembling the Tacos

  • 10 white corn tortillas
  • 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese (grated)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • ½ cup diced tomato
  • ¼ cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: Add jalapeno, avocado, cilantro, garlic, sour cream, lime juice, and salt to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  2. Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to get ready for baking the tacos.
  3. Prepare baking sheet: Drizzle avocado oil over a large baking sheet and set aside to coat the surface.
  4. Cook the ground turkey: Place ground turkey in a medium skillet over medium heat. Break the meat apart as it cooks until it is fully browned and no longer pink. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried oregano. Stir well to combine all seasonings.
  5. Add tomato paste and water: Stir in the tomato paste and water, cooking for an additional minute to blend the flavors.
  6. Warm tortillas: Warm the tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet to make them flexible and prevent breaking during assembly.
  7. Assemble the tacos: Place tortillas one by one on the oiled baking sheet, coating both sides with oil. For each taco, sprinkle some grated Monterey Jack cheese, add 2-3 tablespoons of cooked turkey mixture, then add more cheese. Gently fold the tortilla over to form a taco shape.
  8. Repeat filling: Continue assembling until all tortillas are filled and folded.
  9. Bake the tacos: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are crispy. If a taco unfolds, gently fold it back together while still warm in the oven to soften it slightly and then continue baking.

Notes

  • Removing seeds and membranes from the jalapeno reduces the heat and makes the sauce milder; leave some seeds in if you prefer spicier sauce.
  • Warming tortillas before assembly helps prevent tearing when folding.
  • Use white corn tortillas for authentic flavor and best texture.
  • The assembled tacos can be served with additional sour cream, shredded lettuce, and diced tomato for freshness and extra flavor.
  • Store any leftover sauce in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/crispy-ground-turkey-tacos-recipe/