Turkey Mole Recipe

Name: Turkey Mole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 large turkey legs; ⅓ cup yellow onion sliced; 3 each garlic cloves minced; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon cloves ground; 1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds crushed; 2 tablespoons anchovy fillets dried; 2 teaspoons cilantro fresh; 2 - 3 cups chicken broth; 3 tablespoons peanut butter smooth; 2 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste; 4 tablespoons golden raisins; 1 ounce chocolate unsweetened unsweetened, chopped; 1 x salt; 1 x black pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 large turkey legs
⅓ cup yellow onion sliced
3 each garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cloves ground
1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds crushed
2 tablespoons anchovy fillets dried
2 teaspoons cilantro fresh
2 - 3 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons peanut butter smooth
2 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 tablespoons golden raisins
1 ounce chocolate unsweetened unsweetened, chopped
1 x salt
1 x black pepper

1
Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saute pan and brown turkey on all sides.
2
Remove turkey and set aside.
3
Add onion to pan and saute until lightly browned.
4
Add garlic, sesame seeds, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, ground chile and chopped cilantro; cook over moderate heat for 5 minutes.
5
Add stock and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Pour mixture into a blender or food processor.
7
Add peanut butter, tomato paste, raisins and chocolate and process until smooth.
8
Return sauce to pan, add reserved turkey and simmer, covered, until tender, about 35 minutes.
9
Thin with stock as necessary.
10
Season with salt and pepper.
11
Arrange turkey on a warm platter.
12
Whisk sauce until smooth and pour over turkey.
13
Garnish with red pepper strips, warm tortillas and fresh cilantro sprigs.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 large turkey legs, ⅓ cup yellow onion sliced, 3 each garlic cloves minced, and more.

Yes, Turkey Mole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turkey Mole

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Variations & substitutions

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