Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Tamarindo y Jengibre

Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Tamarindo y Jengibre is a delightful fusion of Mexican and Asian flavors, featuring tender chicken coated in a tangy tamarind-ginger sauce. Served in warm corn tortillas, these tacos offer a unique and refreshing taste experience perfect for any snack time.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
• Tamarind paste - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the tamarind paste, grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice to create the sauce.
2. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
3. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat and add the seasoned chicken pieces. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
4. Pour the tamarind sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat evenly. Let it simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
5. While the chicken is simmering, warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until pliable.
6. Once the chicken is ready, assemble the tacos by placing a generous amount of chicken in each tortilla.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 370
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Tamarind contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation.

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