Turkey Mole Poblano

Ingredients and Weight:

• Turkey breast: 5 pounds (2.27 kg)
• Mole sauce (store-bought or homemade): 2 cups (473 ml)
• Chicken broth: 1 cup (237 ml)
• Poblano peppers: 4 (1 pound or 454 g), roasted, peeled, and seeded
• Onion: 1 (10 ounces or 283 g), chopped
• Garlic: 4 cloves (1 ounce or 28 g), minced
• Spices: cumin, oregano, thyme, paprika

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 2 hours

Difficulty Level:

• 3/5

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Season the turkey breast with salt and pepper.
3. Place the turkey breast in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
4. While the turkey roasts, prepare the mole sauce. If using store-bought, heat it according to the package instructions. If making your own, follow the recipe on the package.
5. In a large saucepan, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
6. Add the cumin, oregano, thyme, and paprika and cook for 1 minute.
7. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
8. Add the mole sauce and simmer for 30 minutes, or until thickened.
9. Add the roasted poblano peppers and continue simmering for another 15 minutes.
10. Remove the turkey from the oven and shred the meat.
11. Add the shredded turkey to the mole sauce and simmer for 10 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 500 per serving
• Protein: 40 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Fat: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich, complex, and flavorful
• Smoky and spicy from the mole sauce
• Tender and juicy turkey
• Perfect for special occasions

User Comments:

• "This turkey mole poblano was absolutely delicious! The mole sauce had a wonderful depth of flavor and the turkey was moist and tender."
• "I'm not usually a fan of mole sauce, but this recipe was a game-changer. The flavors were incredible and the turkey was perfectly cooked."
• "This dish was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone loved the unique and delicious flavors."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find fresh poblano peppers, you can use canned or roasted peppers.
• To reduce the spiciness of the mole sauce, you can add a little bit of sugar or honey.
• If you want to make your own mole sauce, be sure to start with a good quality chili powder.
• The turkey mole poblano can be served with rice, tortillas, or mashed potatoes.