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The Spruce Eats / Diana Chistruga
Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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543 | Calories |
9g | Fat |
91g | Carbs |
33g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 12 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 543 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 9g | 12% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 6% |
Cholesterol 36mg | 12% |
Sodium 1962mg | 85% |
Total Carbohydrate 91g | 33% |
Dietary Fiber 19g | 69% |
Protein 33g | |
Calcium 272mg | 21% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |
This Turkey Green Chili may not win any beauty contests, but it sure does hit the spot flavor-wise. Ground turkey, green chiles, hominy, and white beans make a hearty and satisfying soup that's so hearty some would call it a stew. And the bonus prize? You can make everything from scratch or used canned versions and throw the whole thing together in about half an hour.
To pretty it up for guests, add some of the optional garnishes listed below. You can also use shredded cooked turkey meat in place of the ground turkey, just skip step 1. It's a great way to use leftover turkey!
Ingredients
- 12 mild green chiles, such as poblanos
- 1 onion
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 pound ground turkey meat
- 1 cup beer (optional)
- 6 cups broth (chicken or turkey)
- 3 cups cooked hominy
- 3 cups cooked white beans
- Optional: chopped cilantro, chopped green onions, sliced avocado, crumbled cotija cheese
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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If using fresh chiles, roast over a gas flame or under a broiler until the skin blisters all over. Let them sit about 15 minutes and peel them; the skin should slip off quite easily.
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Remove the stems and seeds and finely chop the chiles. Set aside.
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Peel and finely chop the onion.
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In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat the oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion and salt. Cook, stirring, until the onion softens, about 3 minutes.
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While the onion cooks, peel and mince the garlic. Add it to the onion. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Add the turkey. Cook, stirring often, until the turkey is cooked through and starting to brown a bit, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the chiles to combine everything.
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Add the beer, if using, and bring to a boil. Scrape up any bits of turkey that have clung to the bottom of the pot.
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Pour in the broth and bring to a boil.
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Add the hominy and the beans. Bring to a simmer. Maintain a steady simmer and let the chili cook until the flavors blend, at least 15 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve and enjoy!
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Glass Bakeware Warning
Do not use glass bakeware when broiling or when a recipe calls to add liquid to a hot pan, as glass may explode. Even if it states oven-safe or heat resistant, tempered glass products can, and do, break occasionally.