Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Tamarindo y Cilantro y Jengibre

Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Tamarindo y Cilantro y Jengibre is a vibrant Mexican snack featuring tender chicken enveloped in a tangy tamarind sauce, brightened with fresh cilantro and ginger. This dish offers a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Tamarind paste - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams (chopped)
• Fresh ginger - 1 tablespoon (grated)
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Corn tortillas - 4 small
• Lime - 1 (cut into wedges)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red onion - 50 grams (thinly sliced)

Steps

1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Cut the chicken breast into small pieces, season with salt and black pepper, and add to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
3. Stir in the tamarind paste and chopped cilantro, mixing well to coat the chicken evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through.
4. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave until soft.
5. Assemble the tacos by placing the tamarind chicken mixture onto each tortilla. Top with thinly sliced red onion and a squeeze of lime juice.
6. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in antioxidants from cilantro and ginger, supporting immune function.

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