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Picadillo in shallow white bowl with folded tortilla and rice.

Turkey Picadillo

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cuban
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 211kcal
Author: Platings and Pairings
Cuban Ground Turkey Picadillo is a lightened up version of the traditional dish made with ground beef. This sweet and savory mixture combines briny olives and capers, with sweet golden raisins, black beans and plenty of delicious spices. Serve it over rice or as a taco filling and enjoy! 
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Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat 1 TBSP olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey with salt and pepper and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain the turkey and set aside in a bowl.
  • Return the same skillet to the burner, add the remaining 1 TBSP olive oil and reduce the heat to medium. Add the 1 yellow onion, 1 red bell pepper, 4 cloves garlic and 2 bay leaves . Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent.
  • Return the cooked turkey to the skillet and add the ½ cup white wine, 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce, 1/3 cup pimento stuffed green olives and 1 TBSP brine, 1/3 cup golden raisins, ½ cup black beans, 1 Tablespoon capers, 2 teaspoons cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaves and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Serve warm with rice, or as a taco stuffing.

Notes

How to make ahead & store
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can also freeze it for up to three months.

Nutrition

Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 262mg | Potassium: 485mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 750IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1.8mg