Description
These Korean Chicken Tacos with Caramelized Kimchi are a delicious fusion dish that combines the bold flavors of Korean cuisine with the convenience of tacos. Tender marinated chicken is paired with sweet and spicy caramelized kimchi, crunchy cabbage, creamy avocado, and fragrant herbs, all wrapped in a warm tortilla.
Ingredients
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Marinated Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Caramelized Kimchi:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup kimchi (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Additional Ingredients:
- 6 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
- Sesame seeds and fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, and ginger. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Caramelize the Kimchi: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the chopped kimchi and sugar. Cook for 4–5 minutes until caramelized. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In the same skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
- Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a dry pan or microwave. Layer chicken, caramelized kimchi, cabbage, avocado, green onion, sesame seeds, and cilantro on each tortilla. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can swap the chicken for tofu or mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
- Add a drizzle of sriracha mayo or lime crema for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
