These big-flavored, soft-shell tacos are all about freshness—from the lean, freshly ground turkey to the slaw and aromatic vinaigrette that dresses it. Add some cilantro leaves, simple, homemade guacamole, and a little sour cream to complete this casual California-style taco dinner.
Tips: Use a vegetable peeler to shave the carrots. Cut off the thick end of the baby bok choy stalk and thinly slice the remainder, including stalk and leaves.
Makes 7-8
tacos
Ingredients
For the Slaw
- 2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp finely chopped shallot
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 2 small carrots, shaved
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 baby bok choy stalk, thinly sliced crosswise
- 1 habanero chile, seeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 small red bell pepper, cut into matchsticks
Shaved Carrots |
Baby Bok Choy |
Thinly Sliced Baby Bok Choy |
For the Tacos
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground turkey thigh meat (or breast)
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 7-8 6-inch flour tortillas, warmed
- cilantro leaves with thin stems, guacamole, and sour cream, for serving
Preparation
For the Slaw
- Combine the vinegar, lime juice, and shallot in a small bowl. Whisk in the oil and season with salt and pepper.
Balsamic-Lime Slaw Dressing |
- Combine the cabbage and remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate if not using right away. Toss with the dressing 30 minutes before using.
Combined Slaw Ingredients |
Slaw Tossed with Dressing |
For the Tacos
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the oil. Add the turkey, garlic, onion, oregano, and cumin and season with salt and pepper. Cook 7-8 minutes until the turkey is cooked through and the onion is soft. (Cook about 6 minutes if using turkey breast.)
Ground Turkey Mixture Beginning to Cook |
Cooked Turkey Mixture |
To serve, place the turkey mixture in a bowl and
serve the tortillas, slaw, cilantro, guacamole, and sour cream alongside to
allow your guests to build their own tacos.
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