
Ingredients
• 2 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 Yellow Onion, Chopped
• 3 Cloves Garlic, Minced
• 1 Med. Red Bell Pepper, Chopped
• 1lb 99% Lean Ground Turkey
• 1 tsp Turmeric
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
• 4 tbsp Chili Powder
• 2 tsp Cumin
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1 (28oz) Can Diced or Crushed Tomatoes
• 1 1/4 Cups Chicken Broth
• 2 (15oz) Cans Dark Red Kidney Beans, Rinsed/Drained
Directions
1. Sauté the vegetables
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add:
- Onion
- Bell pepper
- Garlic
Cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
2. Brown the meat
Add the ground turkey.
Break it apart with a spoon and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes.
3. Bloom the spices
Add:
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Oregano
- Turmeric
- Black pepper
- Salt
Stir continuously for about 30 seconds. This helps bring out the flavor of the spices.
4. Add the remaining ingredients
Stir in:
- Tomatoes
- Chicken broth
- Kidney beans
Bring to a gentle boil.
5. Simmer
Reduce heat to low.
Simmer uncovered or partially covered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Taste and adjust
Taste and add:
- More salt if needed
- Extra black pepper if desired
Optional topping ideas
- Sliced green onions
- Plain Greek yogurt instead of sour cream
- Fresh avocado
- Chopped cilantro
- A squeeze of lime juice
The lime at the end would be a great addition! It would brighten all the flavors and pair really well with the ginger, turmeric, and tomatoes. 🌶️🍅🥬🫘

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