Turkey Enchiladas Verde
Wild Turkey Recipe
1Setup & Prepare
About This Recipe
Shredded turkey is wrapped in corn tortillas, smothered in tangy salsa verde, and baked with cheese until bubbly. The bright tomatillo sauce perfectly complements the rich turkey while creating authentic Mexican comfort food that's perfect for feeding groups.
2Ingredients
Shopping List
*Turkey Filling
3Cooking Instructions
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Salsa Verde Preparation: Roast tomatillos and jalapeños until charred. Blend with onion, garlic, cilantro, salt. Simmer 15 minutes until thick.
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Turkey Filling: Sauté onion until soft. Add turkey, cumin, oregano. Season with salt and pepper. Add 1 cup salsa verde, simmer 10 minutes.
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Tortilla Preparation: Warm tortillas in dry skillet until pliable. Keep covered with damp towel.
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Assembly: Fill tortillas with turkey mixture. Roll and place seam-side down in baking dish. Cover with remaining salsa verde. Top with cheese.
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Baking: Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes. Cheese should be melted and bubbly. Garnish with crema, onion, cilantro.
Serving: With Spanish rice and refried beans
FDA Food Safety Guidelines
⚠️ Important: Cook to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure food safety.
- Always use an instant-read meat thermometer to verify doneness.
- Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces after handling raw wild game.
- Thaw frozen game in the refrigerator — never at room temperature.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of cooking.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 340 calories, 44g protein, 12g fat, 10g carbohydrates.
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4Chef's Notes & Pairings
Nutrition Facts
Per serving: 340 calories, 44g protein, 12g fat, 10g carbohydrates.
