Turkey and Yam Spicy Tacos

45 Reviews

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 25 min
Ready In: 45 min

“Spicy tacos with low fat turkey that have sweet-hot flavor, using yams to give it a surprising twist.” - by Fooddude

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Original recipe yields 16 tacos

Directions

Put the diced yam in a microwave-safe bowl; cook in the microwave until cooked through and fork-tender, stirring once, 5 to 7 minutes.
Coat the bottom of a large skillet with olive oil and place over medium heat; cook and stir the turkey until crumbled and evenly brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir the onion, garlic, and jalapeno pepper into the turkey and continue cooking until the onions begin to caramelize, 7 to 10 minutes. Season with the chili powder, cumin, Cajun seasoning, and salt. Pour the salsa over everything; fold the sweet potatoes into the mixture. Allow the mixture to cook until the excess moisture evaporates. Garnish with the cilantro. Serve with the warm tortillas.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (8 total)

Calories
602 cal
30%

Fat
16.4 g
25%

Carbs
91.1 g
29%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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LindaT

Mar. 9, 2011

"Delicious! Only change I made was to cut back on the jalapeños because I am a wimp. I used on pepper and it was just about right for me. I loved how the sweetness of the yam contrasted with the spic..." See morees. I served this with fat free sour cream and in whole wheat tortillas"

Goodbyesam

Jun. 27, 2011

"So delicious! I made a few changes based on the Caribbean-style tacos I've enjoyed at restaurants. I used more Cajun seasoning and tomatillo salsa and a little less chili powder. I served it topped wi..." See moreth cilantro, shredded cabbage, crushed pineapple and plain Greek yogurt. Spicy and sweet all in the same bite. I used 3 jalapeno peppers, but I don't think 4 would be too many."

Fisch4KT

Mar. 30, 2011

"This recipe was great. I was a little nervous to try it because of the interesting combo, but WOW am I glad I did. Even my dad and brother loved them and they are extremely picky eaters. I only use..." See mored one jalapeno and served them with sour cream and cheddar cheese. I will definitely make these again!"

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