Spicy British turkey tacos
Serves 4 - 6
Preparation Time: 3 - 4 minutes
Cooking Time: 13 - 15 minutes
Calories Per Portion for Turkey Fillings and Toppings: 143
Taco Shells about 12.5 Calories each
Total Calories per Portion: 168
Ingredients
450g/1lb fresh turkey mince
1 teaspoon chilli powder
1 green pepper, deseeded and cut into small strips
400g/14oz canned chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon freshly chopped oregano or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
220g/8oz canned red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
6 spring onions, trimmed and chopped
To serve:
12 taco shells
¼ iceberg lettuce, shredded
8 tablespoons 0% fat
fromage frais
50g/2oz half-fat Cheddar cheese, grated
Method
Dry fry the turkey mince with the chilli powder in a non-stick frying pan for 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until sealed. Add the green pepper with the chopped tomatoes and their juice with the herbs and red kidney beans. Bring to the boil then simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the turkey is thoroughly cooked and most of the juice is absorbed. Stir in the spring onions. Meanwhile heat the taco shells as directed in a preheated oven 180°C, 350°F, Gas Mark 4 for 2 minutes or in the microwave as directed on the packet. Place a spoonful of shredded lettuce in the taco shells, top with the turkey mince, a spoonful of fromage frais and sprinkle with the grated cheese, then eat.