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Korean BBQ Chicken Tacos: A Flavorful Recipe Guide

A delicious recipe for Korean BBQ Chicken Tacos that combines marinated chicken with fresh toppings in a tortilla.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Korean-Mexican Fusion
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and gochujang. Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and caramelized. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  3. While the chicken is resting, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  4. Slice the chicken into strips and assemble the tacos by placing a few strips of chicken on each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, diced cucumber, green onions, and cilantro.
  5. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with firm tofu marinated in the same sauce and grilled or sautéed until golden.
  • Add a spicy kimchi topping for an extra kick and authentic flavor.

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