Ground Turkey Taco Recipe
The ultimate comfort food, these Ground Turkey Tacos deliver rich flavors in every bite. With lean ground turkey and a blend of spices, this easy weeknight dinner is sure to satisfy cravings. Perfectly customizable, you'll want to make this recipe tonight!
Equipment
- Skillet
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 to 1 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons granulated beef bouillon
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 cup Homemade Salsa
- to taste salt
- to taste tortillas
- to taste cheese
- to taste lettuce
- to taste tomatoes
- to taste avocados
- to taste guacamole
- to taste hot sauce
- to taste salsa
- to taste sour cream
Instructions
- Start by heating olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. This step is crucial as it sets the stage for cooking the ground turkey. You should see a shimmering effect in the oil when it’s ready, which means it’s hot enough for cooking.
- Once the oil is heated, add the ground turkey along with all the spices, including granulated beef bouillon, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper. Cook this mixture until the turkey is almost fully cooked through but still slightly pink. The vibrant spices will infuse the meat, giving it a rich color and inviting aroma.
- Next, add in the salsa and water. The salsa not only adds flavor but also moisture. Stir everything together, allowing the mixture to simmer for an additional five minutes. Look for the sauce to thicken slightly and the turkey to be fully cooked. This is where all those flavors meld together beautifully.
- After simmering, taste your mixture. It’s important to adjust the seasoning at this point. If you feel it needs more flavor, add salt or additional cayenne pepper to suit your taste. Remember, it’s all about building layers of flavor here.
- Now that your filling is ready, it’s time to assemble the tacos! Take your warm tortillas or taco shells and divide the filling among them. I like to use a generous scoop to make sure each bite is satisfying.
- Finally, serve your tacos with an array of toppings. You can offer cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, avocados, guacamole, hot sauce, salsa, and sour cream. This is where you can get creative! Let everyone build their own tacos, making it a fun dining experience.
Notes
Leftover taco filling can be packed for work or school lunches; it heats up beautifully!