Turkey Cutlets, Indian Style
These are delicious with a squeeze of fresh lime or Pineapple Salsa served alongside. For a festive presentation, set out bowls of yogurt, store-bought mango chutney, fluffy basmati rice, and chopped fresh cilantro.
PREP: 15 minutes GRILL: 5 to 7 minutes
MAKES: 6 main-dish servings
2 large limes
cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons minced, peeled fresh ginger (see Tip)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, crushed with garlic press
6 turkey cutlets (1 ½ pounds total)
1. Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium heat, or lightly spray a ridged grill pan with nonstick cooking spray, then heat on medium until hot.
2. From 1 lime, grate 1 teaspoon peel and squeeze 1 tablespoon juice. Cut remaining lime into wedges; reserve.
3. In large bowl, mix lime peel and juice, yogurt, oil, ginger, cumin, coriander, salt, and garlic until blended.
4. Just before grilling, add turkey cutlets to bowl with yogurt mixture; stir to coat. (Do not let cutlets marinate in yogurt mixture; their texture will become mealy.)
5. Place cutlets on hot grill rack or pan and grill until they just lose their pink color throughout, 5 to 7 minutes, turning over once. Serve with lime wedges.
EACH SERVING: About 160 calories, 29g protein, 3g carbohydrate, 3g total fat (1g saturated), 71mg cholesterol, 450mg sodium
TIP: Freeze any extra unpeeled fresh ginger, wrapped well in plastic wrap. It will keep for up to six months.