Hominy Green Revoltijo

ABOUT THIS RECIPE:

This dish is colorful and tasty. It’s packed with ground turkey, juicy veggies, and creamy Juanita’s Hominy, all bathed in a zesty tomatillo sauce. Top it with crumbled Cotija cheese and fresh avocado for a tastebud adventure in every bite!

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 can (25 oz.) Juanita’s Mexican Style Hominy or Juanita’s White Hominy, drained
  
• 16 oz. ground turkey meat
  
• All-purpose seasoning (to taste)
  
• 3 tbsp. safflower oil
  
• 1/2 onion, minced
  
• 1 carrot, minced
  
• 1 jalapeño, minced
  
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
  

For the Salsa Verde:

• 15 tomatillos milperos
  
• 1/4 white onion
  
• 1 serrano pepper
  
• 1 jalapeño
  
• 2 garlic cloves
  
• 1 bunch cilantro
  
• 2 tbsp. powdered chicken broth
  
• 1 1/2 cups water

STEP BY STEP:

1. Cook the tomatillos and serrano chili in a pot of water until tender.
   
2. Once cooked, blend them with the onion, jalapeño, garlic cloves, cilantro, powdered chicken broth, and water to make the salsa verde.
   
3. In a pot with a little oil, fry the turkey meat. Once it is sautéed, add the minced onions, carrots, and jalapeños. When the onions are translucent, add the Hominy and garlic, and mix well.
   
4. Add the green sauce and bring it to a boil. Then reduce the heat and cook on low for 20 minutes.