Turkey Tail Adobo

Name: Turkey Tail Adobo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 3 lb. turkey tails; 1/2 cup vinegar; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 3 cloves garlic, crushed; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon crushed peppercorns; 2 bay leaves, crushed

Prep: 10 min Cook: 75 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Filipino

Tender turkey tails simmered in a tangy, savory adobo sauce with vinegar, soy, garlic, and spices, creating a rich flavor perfect for hearty meals and flavorful gatherings.

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Ingredients

3 lb. turkey tails ⓘ
1/2 cup vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, crushed ⓘ
1/4 teaspoon salt ⓘ
1/4 teaspoon crushed peppercorns ⓘ
2 bay leaves, crushed ⓘ

Instructions

Cut the turkey tails in half.
Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan.
Bring to a boil.
Cover and lower the heat.
Simmer for 1 hour.
Drain off the liquid.
Simmer uncovered for 15 more minutes, or until the turkey is browned.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

203 kcal 10% DV

Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.9g 12% DV

Total Fat 6.4g 8% DV

Carbs 35.4g 13% DV

Fiber 7.3g 26% DV

Sugar 5g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 11542mg 100% DV

Potassium 299.8mg 6% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 80.5mcg 9% DV

Vitamin C 11.7mg 13% DV

Vitamin D 0.1mcg

Calcium 232.3mg 18% DV

Iron 11.9mg 66% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).