Turkey Ropa Viejas

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 12
Savory and delicious Turkey Ropa Viejas recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 ounces turkey tenderloins or 12 ounces turkey thighs , boneless and skinless
1 can tomato sauce
2 medium tomatoes , chopped
1 small onion , thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper , chopped
4 pimento stuffed olives , sliced
1 garlic clove , minced
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cooked brown rice ( optional )
1 cup cooked black beans ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
240
Sugar
5g
Fat
5g
Turkey Ropa Viejas is a traditional Cuban dish that translates to 'old clothes' in English. The name comes from the shredded, frayed look of the meat that resembles old, worn-out clothes. Despite the unusual name, this dish is a savory and delicious meal that is easy to prepare. The turkey is slow-cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with vegetables and spices until it falls apart and becomes tender. This dish can be served with brown rice and black beans (optional) to make it a complete and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, combine the turkey, tomato sauce, chopped tomatoes, garlic, onion, green bell pepper, olives, cumin, oregano, black pepper, lemon juice, and salt.
3.Cover the pot and bake for 2 hours until the turkey is tender and falls apart.
4.Remove the turkey from the pot and shred it with a fork.
5.Return the shredded turkey to the pot and mix it with the sauce.
6.Serve hot with brown rice and black beans (optional).

PROS

This flavorful dish is high in protein and fiber, and low in fat and calories.

The turkey is a great source of lean protein, while the vegetables provide an array of vitamins and minerals.

CONS

The dish takes 2 hours to cook, which may not be suitable for busy weeknights.

While the recipe provides optional brown rice and black beans, they can add extra calories and carbohydrates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a healthy and balanced meal with a good amount of protein, fiber, and vegetables.
Turkey is a good source of lean protein, and the vegetables provide an array of vitamins and minerals that support overall health.

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