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Jalapeno Turkey Cutlets
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Jalapeno Turkey Cutlets

Author: Marinka
Jalapeno turkey cutlets are a flavorful and healthy option for a quick weeknight meal or a weekend dinner. The flavors of the sweet-spicy jalapeno jelly and the savory taste of the turkey compliment each other perfectly to create a mouthwatering dish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
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Servings: 2 people

Ingredients

  • 1 pound turkey cutlets (NOTE 1)
  • salt & pepper
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 scallions (NOTE 2) sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger (NOTE 3) finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup jalapeno jelly
  • 1/4 cup apple cider (NOTE 4)
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions

  • Flatten the turkey cutlets. Turkey cutlets are naturally thinner at one end and thicker at the other. Pound the thicker part (using a meat mallet, a rolling pin or a small pan) so you have the same thickness all over and thus the cutlets cooks evenly.
  • Sprinkle the meat with salt and pepper and dredge in flour. Shake of excess.
  • Cook the turkey cutlets in oil until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Take the pieces out of the skillet and set aside (keep warm).
  • Add scallion and ginger to the same skillet and cook until translucent.
  • Add jalapeno jelly, red wine vinegar, apple cider and Worcestershire sauce and stir until jelly melts and mixture is warm.
  • Combine cornstarch with a little bit of water, just enough so they both mix into a thick liquid without lumps. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the sauce while stirring continuously.
  • Now it's time to serve. Plate the turkey and pour the sauce over it. Sprinkle the turkey with scallions or with freshly sliced jalapeno peppers (if you like it hot).

Notes

  1. Turkey breasts are the next best thing, or chicken breasts or cutlets for that matter.
  2. Instead of scallions you an use a shallot or an onion you have in your pantry.
  3. Use ginger paste instead of fresh ginger.
  4. Apple cider can be replaced by apple juice or chicken stock.

Nutrition

Calories: 596kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 59g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 169mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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