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Mexican Turkey Side

A charred take on Turkey Side, built on chipotle and honey and finished the way we like it. Ready in about 1 hr and easily enough for 6 people.

4.8 from 253 cooks
Prep30 min
Cook30 min
Serves6
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Mexican Turkey Side
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the chipotle and honey elements, and pat the turkey dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Turn up the heat and add the turkey. Steam over simmering water until just tender and vibrant, then dress while warm.

Stir in the black beans and the rest of the chipotle and honey flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the spinach along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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