Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Tamarindo y Piña y Cilantro y Jengibre

Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Tamarindo y Piña y Cilantro y Jengibre is a vibrant Mexican dish that combines tender chicken with a tangy tamarind and pineapple sauce, topped with fresh cilantro and a hint of ginger. This unique flavor profile creates a delightful snack that is both refreshing and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Tortillas - 4 small (corn or flour)
• Tamarind paste - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh pineapple - 100 grams, diced
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lime - 1, for juice

Steps

1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
2. Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
3. In a bowl, mix tamarind paste, diced pineapple, and lime juice to create the sauce. Stir well to combine.
4. Pour the tamarind and pineapple sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
5. Warm the tortillas in another skillet or microwave until pliable.
6. To assemble the tacos, place a generous portion of the chicken and sauce mixture onto each tortilla. Top with chopped cilantro.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious tacos!

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Pineapple contains bromelain, which may aid digestion and reduce inflammation.

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