Turkey Breast Al Pastor with Pineapple Stuffing

Bring the rich, festive flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine to your holiday table with this Turkey Breast Al Pastor. Infused with a vibrant pastor marinade and paired perfectly with a sweet and savory pineapple stuffing, this dish is sure to be a showstopper at your next celebration.

Ingredients:

Turkey Breast:

• 🦃 1 (3 lbs) turkey breast
  Pastor Marinade:
• 🌶️ 3 guajillo peppers
• 🧄 4 garlic cloves
• 🍃 3 bay leaves
• 🧅 1/2 onion
• 🌿 1 cinnamon stick
• 🔴 3.5 oz achiote paste
• 🌿 1/2 tsp cumin
• ⚪ 1 tsp white pepper
• 🌿 1 tsp Mexican oregano
  Stuffing:
• 🥓 5 strips of bacon
• 🧅 1/2 onion
• 🧄 2 minced garlic cloves
• 🍍 2 cups diced pineapple
• 🍗 2 cups chicken stock
• 🍞 6 cups of your favorite stuffing mix
  Additional:
• 🧵 Kitchen twine
• 📦 Plastic wrap

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pastor Marinade:
   • Boil the guajillo peppers, garlic cloves, bay leaves, half onion, and cinnamon stick in a pot.
   • Once softened, remove the cinnamon stick and bay leaves. Blend the mixture with achiote paste, cumin, white pepper, Mexican oregano, and some water from the boiling pot to form a smooth marinade.
2. Make the Stuffing:
   • In a pan, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into small pieces.
   • In the same pan, sauté half an onion and the minced garlic until soft.
   • Add the diced pineapple and chicken stock to the pan. Stir well.
   • Mix in the crisped bacon and your favorite stuffing mix. Let it cook for a few minutes until fully combined. Set aside.
3. Prepare the Turkey Breast:
   • Slice the turkey breast horizontally into three or four parts. Place plastic wrap on both sides and use a meat tenderizer to flatten to an even thickness.
   • Season the turkey slices with salt to taste.
4. Assemble and Cook:
   • Take each turkey slice, brush with a bit of marinade, place a portion of stuffing on it, and roll tightly.
   • Secure each roll with kitchen twine.
   • Place the rolls in a greased baking dish, pour the remaining marinade over the top, and bake in a preheated oven at 385°F (195°C) for 30 minutes.
   • After 30 minutes, brush the turkey with the pan sauce and place under a broiler for a few minutes to caramelize and create a slight char.
5. Serve:
   • Allow the turkey rolls to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with extra stuffing and enjoy your festive creation.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Servings: 6

Equipment: Blender, Dutch oven or baking dish, Meat tenderizer, Kitchen twine, Plastic wrap
Cooking Tips: Ensure to keep some of the marinade sauce for basting during broiling to enhance flavor and coloring.

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Turkey Breast Al Pastor with Pineapple Stuffing