Braised Turkey Thighs With Posole and Lime

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 1
Braised Turkey Thighs With Posole and Lime
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr 45 min

Ready In

2 hrs 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
3 lbs turkey thighs , skin removed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup mild salsa
1 cup chicken broth
16 ounces white posole , drained and rinsed ( Mexican hominy )
1 juice and finely grated large lime , zest of
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
481
Sugar
3g
Fat
27g
This main dish recipe is perfect for anyone who loves Mexican cuisine. The braised turkey thighs with posole and lime create a flavorful and hearty meal that can be made in one pot. The spices in the mild salsa, along with the lime juice and cilantro, provide a unique taste to this dish. First developed in Mexico, posole is a type of stew made with hominy, which is dried maize kernels that have been treated with an alkali. This recipe calls for white posole, which is made from white corn kernels. Braising the turkey thighs in the pot with the salsa creates a delicious and tender flavor, while adding the posole at the end gives the dish its texture. This meal can be enjoyed with a side of rice or tortillas.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325F. In a bowl, stir together the flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the turkey in the flour mixture and shake off any excess.
2.In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add the turkey and cook until browned on all sides, about 3 minutes per side. Remove the turkey from the pot and set aside.
3.Add the salsa and chicken broth to the pot, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
4.Return the turkey to the pot and spoon the salsa mixture over the top. Cover the pot with a lid and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
5.After 1 hour and 30 minutes, remove the pot from the oven. Add the posole and lime juice and zest to the pot, stirring to combine. Return the pot to the oven and bake, uncovered, for an additional 15 minutes.
6.Remove the pot from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve warm.

PROS

Braising turkey thighs with posole creates a unique and delicious flavor that will satisfy your taste buds.
This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in one pot.

CONS

Turkey thighs contain more calories than chicken breast, so this meal should be enjoyed in moderation.
Braising takes some time, so it requires a bit of patience.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turkey is an excellent source of protein and has less fat than beef. Posole, a type of hominy, is a good source of fiber. Lime juice may help with digestion and the absorption of nutrients.

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