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Irresistible Savory Japanese Street Food Tacos with Teriyaki Chicken

Irresistible Savory Japanese Street Food Tacos with Teriyaki Chicken

Experience the fusion of flavors with these Irresistible Savory Japanese Street Food Tacos featuring Teriyaki Chicken, a delightful blend of savory, sweet, and tangy tastes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Filling
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with tofu or shrimp
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin Mix sugar and rice vinegar if unavailable
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is ideal; powdered can work
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Olive oil may be substituted
For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces Tortillas Use corn for gluten-free or flour for classic
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Coleslaw mix or crisp lettuce can be alternatives
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Chives can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Pickled Ginger Use thin cucumber slices if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha/Mayo For an optional kick or creaminess

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

How to Make Irresistible Japanese Street Food Tacos
  1. Cut boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, ensuring even cooking.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Set aside.
  3. Heat a skillet and add a drizzle of oil. Sauté the chicken pieces for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Pour half of the teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken, stirring well to coat. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Warm tortillas in a skillet until soft. Layer with shredded cabbage and teriyaki chicken.
  6. Garnish with chopped green onions and pickled ginger. Drizzle remaining teriyaki sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for 30 minutes for more flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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