Cameron's Ground Turkey Salsa Ranchera Recipe for Tacos and Burritos

This flavorful and delicious ground turkey salsa ranchera is the perfect filling for tacos and burritos. Made with lean ground turkey, vibrant salsa ranchera, and a blend of spices, this recipe is both healthy and satisfying. It is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite toppings and condiments. Serve it with warm tortillas, fresh guacamole, and cool sour cream for a complete and tasty meal!

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground turkey
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup salsa ranchera
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Tortillas, for serving
• Fresh guacamole, for serving
• Sour cream, for serving
• Cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Directions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the diced bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the pepper is slightly softened.
4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the ground turkey to the other side. Cook the ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula, until it is browned and fully cooked.
5. Add the salsa ranchera, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir everything together well, making sure the spices are evenly distributed.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. While the ground turkey mixture is simmering, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or oven.
8. To serve, spoon the ground turkey mixture onto the warm tortillas. Top with fresh guacamole, sour cream, and chopped cilantro. Roll up the tortillas and enjoy!
9. Optionally, garnish with additional salsa ranchera and shredded cheese for extra flavor.

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