Ingredients for Turkey Ropa Viejas
- Turkey Tenderloins
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- Tomatoes
- Onion
- Green Bell Pepper
- Pimento Stuffed Olives
- Garlic Clove
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Ground Oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- Cooked Brown Rice
- Black Beans
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How to Make Turkey Ropa Viejas
- Place 2 lbs of turkey breast (cubed) into a 3-1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker.
- Add 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 bell pepper (any color, chopped), 1/2 cup sliced olives, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Gently mix all ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours, or until the turkey is easily shredded.
- Carefully remove the turkey from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded turkey to the slow cooker.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of salt (or to taste).
- Serve your delicious Shredded Turkey Ropa Vieja over rice and/or beans for a complete and satisfying meal. For a twist, try it on your favorite tortillas or in a vibrant taco salad!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
20 g
Sugar
22g
Fat
1g
Carbs
3g
