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Leftover Turkey Tacos

Transform Thanksgiving leftovers into a flavorful taco dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons light brown sugar divided
  • 2 cups leftover turkey white or dark meat
  • 1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice about 1/2 of a large orange
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 white onion sliced into 1 inch half moons
  • 6 flour tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cotija cheese

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine the paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of brown sugar.
  2. Slice or shred the leftover turkey meat and place it in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add the fresh squeezed orange juice along with your prepared seasoning mixture. Mix until well combined.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add the seasoned turkey mixture along with the sliced onion. Cover and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. In a large cast iron skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium-high heat. Add your turkey and onions from the pot and sprinkle with the remaining teaspoon of brown sugar. Cook until browned and crispy, approximately 12 to 15 minutes.
  5. Divide the flavorful turkey carnitas evenly between warm flour tortillas. Top with finely diced red onion, fresh cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

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