Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Tamarindo y Jengibre y Cilantro
Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Tamarindo y Jengibre y Cilantro are a delightful fusion of tangy tamarind and aromatic ginger, perfectly complementing tender chicken. This unique Mexican snack is vibrant and full of flavor, making it a must-try for taco lovers.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
420 kcal
Ingredients
- Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
- Tamarind paste - 2 tablespoons
- Fresh ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
- Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Corn tortillas - 4 small
- Lime - 1, cut into wedges
- Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced
Steps
- In a bowl, mix the diced chicken with tamarind paste, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through.
- While the chicken is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or on a griddle until soft and pliable.
- Once the chicken is ready, remove it from the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
- Assemble the tacos by placing the chicken mixture onto each tortilla. Top with sliced red onion and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Tamarindo y Jengibre y Cilantro!
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 28 g
- Carbs: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
- Rich in antioxidants from ginger and cilantro, promoting overall wellness.
Tags
MexicanHalalSnack