Description
These Korean-inspired tacos feature juicy ground chicken in a savory-sweet sauce, paired with caramelized kimchi for an added layer of flavor. Topped with fresh vegetables and herbs, these tacos are a delightful fusion of textures and tastes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 lb ground chicken
- Pinches of salt and pepper
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tablespoon ginger paste (or 1-inch fresh ginger, grated)
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
- 3 tablespoons warm water
- 2 cups kimchi, roughly chopped
- 2 teaspoons toasted avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 8 fajita-size (6-inch) flour tortillas
- Cucumbers, sliced
- Carrots, julienned
- Avocado, sliced
- Fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, and green onions)
- Crushed peanuts
- Sriracha mayo (optional, see note)
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken, salt, and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ginger paste, peanut butter, toasted sesame oil, sriracha (if using), and warm water. Stir until smooth.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked chicken and simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In another skillet, heat toasted avocado oil over medium heat. Add chopped kimchi and brown sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes, until the kimchi is caramelized and softened.
- Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Spoon the Korean chicken mixture onto each tortilla, then top with caramelized kimchi.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add a drizzle of sriracha mayo to your tacos.
- If you prefer a milder flavor, omit the sriracha from the chicken mixture.
- Fresh herbs and lime wedges add a refreshing touch to balance the rich flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 40mg