June 15, 2009

turkey and kale mole tacos


My mother's favorite vegetable growing up was kale, but she never cooked it when I was growing up. Apparently, we were too picky... wouldn't eat artichokes, cauliflower, or even tomatoes. Thus, tonight marked my first endeavor with kale. I was pleased with the outcome, even though Adam's response was the usual, "It's alright," earned by my red-meat-alternate meals.


Turkey and Kale Mole Tacos

1 lb ground turkey
1 small onion
3-4 stalks kale, chopped into small pieces
2 t chili powder
3 t cumin
1/2 oregano
3 T mole spice/paste
1 T tomato sauce
1 c vegetable broth
salt, to taste

In a large skillet, brown the turkey and onion together. Drain, and return to the pan.
Add kale and soften on medium heat 2-4 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, combine well, cook, and reduce for another 3-5 minutes.


Serve with warm tortillas and the cheese and goodies of your choosing. I had mine with corn tortillas, lime juice, avocado, and a bit of the first tomato out of our garden (not pictured, because I added it as an afterthought!).

8 comments:

  1. Sounds delicious! I love a red meat alternative, and this looks like a great taco filling. What kind of mole paste did you use?

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  2. Lisa, I've never made a mole sauce and had picked up a jar of whatever they had at HEB some time ago. It was similar to this Rogelio Bueno, but a different brand.
    http://www.mexgrocer.com/2500.html

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  3. found your blog by accident, but instantly took a liking to it. i retired from teaching 2 yrs ago, moved to Murphy, NC where it is so easy and convenient to cook and eat more responsibly. will be trying your recipes. thank you.

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  4. Hi, it looks like a delicious plate. Thanks for the recipe.

    Mirella
    Buy British Food

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  5. Just came across this Post and it looks pretty awesome. Not much on the ground turkey , or any ground meats for that matter, But I could sure see this with shredded chicken or nice lean skirt steak. And also I miss HEB

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  6. wow, looks delicious!

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  7. Like the different take. Going to try this. Thanks!!

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  8. very nice recipe. looking very yummy :) thanks for sharing :)

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