Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 pounds lean ground turkey or turkey breast
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 Fresno chile peppers or 1 Anaheim pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 sweet bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika or smoked sweet paprika
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated or minced
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
- Small handful cilantro leaves, finely chopped or 1/2 a palmful ground coriander
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 8 rolls, soft or crusty, split
- Chopped scallions, for garnish
- Chopped pickles, for garnish
- Chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish
Directions
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil ripples and is hot, add the meat and brown. Add the onions, chile, bell pepper, garlic and salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the paprika, ginger, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, thyme and cilantro. Stir occasionally for 8 to 10 minutes.
In a small bowl combine the vinegar, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, and tomato sauce. Stir the sauce into the turkey mixture. Simmer for a few minutes, then serve on rolls with a garnish of scallions, chopped pickles, and chopped cilantro.
















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By kristenwinkle
Garner, NC
on February 04, 2012
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I love these!! The spice combination is fantastic.
By kristin_lee
Waterford, MI
on November 16, 2011
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This was a very different spin on sloppy joes, but I liked it. Great for changing things up a bit. It was very tasty, but not what you'd expect sloppy joes to taste like. Thanks for the variation. It was an experience!
By Shamm124
on November 05, 2011
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Good recipe! Will make again! Pairs great with fries or potato wedges!
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