Turkey Enchiladas

Health score
50%
Turkey Enchiladas
140 min.
8
1074kcal

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Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Turkey Enchiladas, a delightful dish that transforms leftover turkey into a mouthwatering meal. Perfect for lunch or dinner, these enchiladas are not only satisfying but also a fantastic way to utilize your holiday turkey or roast chicken. With a preparation time of just 140 minutes, you can create a feast that serves up to eight people, making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy get-togethers with friends.

The secret to these enchiladas lies in the vibrant enchilada sauce, crafted from a blend of roasted vegetables, aromatic spices, and the deep, smoky flavor of dried chiles. Each bite is a harmonious balance of textures and tastes, enhanced by the creamy goodness of queso Chihuahua and queso fresco. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh lime and a dollop of sour cream, these enchiladas are sure to impress even the most discerning palates.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe invites you to explore the art of enchilada-making. Gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to savor a dish that brings warmth and joy to the table. Your family and friends will be asking for seconds, and you'll be delighted to share this delicious creation with them!

Ingredients

  •  ancho chili pepper dried seeds removed
  • large carrots roughly chopped
  • stalks celery roughly chopped
  •  roast chickens your favorite
  • can pepper flakes with them. be careful not to touch your eyes. dried
  • tablespoons dill seed whole
  • 20  chili peppers dried seeds removed
  • 12-inch flour tortilla ()
  • heads cloves separated peeled
  • servings lime cut into wedges
  • large onion roughly chopped
  • oz queso asadero 
  • cups queso asadero shredded
  • cups queso fresco grated
  • servings mexican cheese blend good
  • servings pepper black freshly ground fine
  • servings cream sour
  • 56 ounce tomatoes whole peeled seeded drained canned
  • cups turkey cooked (from roast turkey) (from 2 roast chickens)
  • tablespoons butter unsalted softened for greasing the baking dish
  • tablespoons coriander seeds whole
  • tablespoons cumin seeds whole

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • blender
  • roasting pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, onions, ancho and arbol chiles, garlic, celery, carrots, coriander, cumin, and dill and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper then transfer to the roasting pan you will roast the turkey in.
  2. Roast the turkey according to your recipe. As the turkey roasts, its juices and fat will drip down and cook the enchilada sauce ingredients. (Keep in mind that if you baste the turkey with the turkey juices, they'll be flavored with your enchilada sauce ingredients. To avoid flavoring your turkey this way, baste with melted butter, turkey or chicken stock, or low-sodium chicken brothor a combination of these.)
  3. When you remove the turkey from the oven to rest, check to see that the vegetables are tender and if necessary return them to the oven to finish cooking.
  4. Working in batches, transfer the enchilada mixture to a food processor or blender and process until smoothif necessary, use a few splashes of water to loosen or thin the mixture and create a smooth paste. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: The enchilada sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, in an airtight container, up to 3 days, or frozen, up to 3 months.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350F and butter 2 (9- by 13-inch) baking dishes.
  6. Spread about 1 cup of the enchilada sauce in the bottom of each dish.
  7. Pick the meat off the leftover turkey carcass and transfer to a large bowlyou'll need about 4 cups of meat.
  8. Add half the remaining enchilada sauce, along with half the queso fresco and half the queso Chihuahua, and stir to combine.
  9. On a work surface, spread about 1 cup of the turkey filling on the bottom half of 1 tortilla and roll it up burrito-style, folding in the sides to seal them closed. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling. Arrange the enchiladas tightly in the 2 prepared baking dishes then cover with the remaining sauce, followed by the remaining queso fresco and queso Chihuahua. DO AHEAD: The turkey enchiladas can be assembled up to this point, covered, and refrigerated, up to 24 hours, or frozen up to 3 months.
  10. Cover the enchiladas with foil and bake until the cheese has melted and the sauce is thickened and dark, about 1 hour.
  11. Serve immediately with sour cream and limes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1074kcal
Protein17.16%
Fat43.11%
Carbs39.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.48
Glycemic Load
21.42
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
52.090434323186%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
3.01mg
Naringenin
1.59mg
Apigenin
0.29mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.49mg
Myricetin
0.28mg
Quercetin
8.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1074.42kcal
53.72%
Fat:52.75g
81.16%
Saturated Fat:26.58g
166.14%
Carbohydrates:109.4g
36.47%
Net Carbohydrates:89.1g
32.4%
Sugar:34.78g
38.64%
Cholesterol:155.87mg
51.96%
Sodium:2830.16mg
123.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:47.24g
94.48%
Vitamin A:15541.57IU
310.83%
Phosphorus:1409.99mg
141%
Calcium:899.42mg
89.94%
Manganese:1.63mg
81.37%
Fiber:20.3g
81.2%
Vitamin B2:1.26mg
74.13%
Selenium:48.04µg
68.63%
Vitamin B3:13.64mg
68.21%
Vitamin K:70.61µg
67.24%
Vitamin C:46.4mg
56.24%
Potassium:1930.89mg
55.17%
Iron:9.52mg
52.87%
Vitamin B1:0.78mg
51.95%
Vitamin B6:0.95mg
47.69%
Folate:178.29µg
44.57%
Zinc:5.39mg
35.94%
Magnesium:130.72mg
32.68%
Vitamin B12:1.43µg
23.76%
Copper:0.46mg
22.98%
Vitamin E:2.86mg
19.06%
Vitamin B5:1.47mg
14.66%
Vitamin D:1.47µg
9.79%
Source:Epicurious