Turkey Mole Stew Recipe

Name: Turkey Mole Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 -10 lbs turkey, cut into 8 serving pieces; 2 cups finely chopped onions; 3 tomatoes, skinned,seeded and coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup chopped golden seedless raisins; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 3/4 cup finely chopped almonds; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups boiling chicken broth; 4 tablespoons chicken fat (or margarine); 2 cups cold chicken broth; 1 1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate; sesame seeds, optional

Servings: persons

8 -10 lbs turkey, cut into 8 serving pieces
2 cups finely chopped onions
3 tomatoes, skinned,seeded and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped golden seedless raisins
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
3/4 cup finely chopped almonds
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups boiling chicken broth
4 tablespoons chicken fat (or margarine)
2 cups cold chicken broth
1 1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate
sesame seeds, optional

1
Place the turkey pieces in a large saucepan and cover with water.
2
Cover the pan and cook over a high heat for 15 minutes.
3
Reduce the heat to medium and cook for an additional 45 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, combine the onions, tomatoes, raisins, coriander, cayenne pepper, garlic, cinnamon, cloves, almonds, salt, pepper and boiling chicken broth in a large wooden mixing bowl.
5
Mix to a paste.
6
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
7
In a large skillet, melt the chicken fat (or margarine) over a low heat.
8
Add the chopped vegetables and spice mixture.
9
Fry for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
10
Add the cold chicken broth and chocolate to the skillet.
11
Cook for 10-12 minutes over moderate heat, or until the chocolate has completely melted.
12
Stir constantly until the chocolate is evenly distributed throughout the mole sauce.
13
Remove the turkey pieces from the saucepan in which they were simmered and drain well.
14
Pat the pieces dry with paper towel.
15
Arrange the turkey pieces in a large baking dish in a single layer.
16
Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
17
Pour the sauce over the turkey pieces and lower the heat to 350 degrees.
18
Cook for 30 minutes further.
19
Sprinkle the dish with sesame seeds before serving, if desired.

1078

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

145

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 8 -10 lbs turkey, cut into 8 serving pieces, 2 cups finely chopped onions, 3 tomatoes, skinned,seeded and coarsely chopped, 1/2 cup chopped golden seedless raisins, and more.

Yes, Turkey Mole Stew falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Turkey Mole Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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