Thursday, March 23, 2023

Turkey Thursday: Harissa-Spiced Turkey from HelloFresh

Happy Thursday! The last meal from our HelloFresh box is the Cal Smart Harissa-Spiced Turkey with Almond Pilaf which we are having for Thursday dinner.


Cal Smart Harissa-Spiced Turkey with Almond Pilaf from HelloFresh Canada

Cal Smart Harissa-Spiced Turkey with Almond Pilaf

HelloFresh Description:

You won't believe a meal this good is also calorie-conscious! A seasoned rice pilaf is accented with toasted almonds for some nutty crunch, while North African-spiced turkey and veggies bring warm, earthy vibes to complete the dish! Cal Smart is based on a per serving calculation of the recipe's kilocalorie amounts.


Thanks to the Harissa, a North African chilli paste, the dish has a bit of heat and a smoky flavour. I remember seeing a portion of Food Wars (the anime) where I first heard of Harissa. Meanwhile, the basmati rice is perfectly cooked but has a nutty and slightly sweet flavour because of the almonds, which perfectly balances the spicy turkey. Lastly, the parsley adds a bright and fresh note to the dish.


Cal Smart Harissa-Spiced Turkey with Almond Pilaf from HelloFresh Canada

Overall, it is a flavourful and aromatic dish that balances the heat from the Harissa with the nuttiness of the almonds. It is such a delicious and satisfying weeknight dinner.


About HelloFresh:

HelloFresh is a meal kit delivery service that provides its customers with pre-measured ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe cards to make cooking at home both convenient and enjoyable.

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