Global Street-Food Fusion Tacos Bowls (Printer View)
Fusion tacos and bowls bring bold, global street-food flavors in a fun and customizable meal.
# What you'll need:
→ Proteins
01 - 14 oz beef sirloin or chicken thighs, thinly sliced (or use firm tofu for vegetarian adaptation)
02 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
04 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon grated ginger
07 - 1 teaspoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
→ Ube Crema
08 - 1/3 cup cooked ube (purple yam) or ube halaya (substitute with sweet potato for color)
09 - 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (use coconut yogurt for vegan preparation)
10 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
11 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
12 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
13 - 1 cup kimchi, chopped
14 - 1 cup shredded cabbage (red or green)
15 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
16 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
19 - 1/4 cup pickled red onions
→ Base
20 - 8 small corn or flour tortillas (soft taco size)
21 - or 2 1/2 cups cooked jasmine or sushi rice (for bowls)
# Method:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and gochujang. Add the sliced beef, chicken, or tofu, tossing thoroughly to coat. Allow the mixture to marinate for 15 to 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
02 - Using a blender or food processor, blend cooked ube, sour cream or yogurt, lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt until a smooth, vibrant mixture forms. Transfer to a container and chill until ready to use.
03 - Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high. Add the marinated protein and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until well browned and thoroughly cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable. Alternatively, fluff cooked rice in a serving bowl for rice-based bowls.
05 - For tacos, spread a layer of ube crema onto each tortilla, add cooked protein, then garnish with kimchi, shredded cabbage, cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and pickled red onions. For bowls, layer rice with toppings and drizzle with ube crema.
06 - Serve immediately, allowing each person to customize their tacos or bowls with desired toppings.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Global fusion flavors in one meal
- Customizable for tacos or bowls & vegetarian or vegan diets
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- For gluten-free diets, opt for gluten-free tortillas and tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Always check ingredient labels for allergens, especially in kimchi and gochujang.
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- Prep toppings in advance to make assembly fast and fun for everyone.
- Try adding avocado or a fried egg for an extra layer of richness.