Sunday, December 4, 2011

Turkey Ranch Chili

  • 4 poblano peppers
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cumin
  • 1 tablespoon coriander
  • 1 can pinto or white beans (14 ounces)
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup chives, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Hot sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
Optional toppers
  • Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • Minced red onion
  • 4-5 slices crispy bacon, chopped
  • toasted corn cornbread

Char the peppers over a gas flame on high heat or under the broiler with the oven door cracked for steam to escape, turning with tongs. Place the charred peppers in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap to steam. Let them cool, then peel, seed and finely chop.

Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the turkey and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Brown and crumble the meat. Add the garlic and onions to the pot and cook to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the cumin and coriander, then stir in the chopped peppers. Add the beans, stock and herbs and simmer 5 minutes. Season with hot sauce.

Turn off the heat and stir in the sour cream to combine. Serve topped with the cornbread crumbles and any of the other toppings you like.