Pechuga de Pavo en Salsa Verde (Turkey Steaks in Green Sauce)
Turkey breast steaks seared and simmered in a tangy tomatillo sauce, served with black beans for a filling dinner.
Made with Green enchilada sauce and Mexican black beans. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time35 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £3.01 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Season the turkey with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a wide pan over a medium-high heat and sear the steaks for 3 minutes a side until golden. Lift out.
6 min - 2
Add the onion and garlic to the pan and cook for 4 minutes. Add your ready made green enchilada sauce (see the base recipe) and the stock and bring to a simmer.
4 min - 3
Return the turkey to the pan, spoon sauce over it, cover and simmer gently for 10 to 12 minutes until cooked through with no pink and the juices run clear.
11 min 30 s - 4
Meanwhile reheat your ready made black beans (see the base recipe) in a small pan until steaming hot all the way through.
5 min - 5
Serve the turkey and sauce with the beans, avocado, coriander and lime wedges.
Tips
- Turkey breast dries out fast. Simmer gently, not boiling, and check at 10 minutes.
- Slice the steaks through the middle to be sure they are cooked, as they should be white all the way through.
- Pound thick steaks to an even thickness for even cooking.
- Serve with warm corn tortillas or rice if you want a bigger meal.
Storing and freezing
Cool within 1 hour and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat until steaming hot all the way through.
Questions
Can I use turkey mince?
For a quick version brown 500 g turkey mince, add the sauce and simmer for 10 minutes. It makes a good taco or rice bowl filling.
Can I use leftover roast turkey?
Yes. Slice about 500 g cooked turkey, warm it in the sauce for 5 minutes and serve as written.
Is the dish spicy?
It is mild to medium. The sauce is tangy more than fiery.
What if I do not have black beans?
Use pinto beans, refried beans or just rice. The turkey and sauce are the main part of the dish.
More made with green enchilada sauce
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
