Global Street-Food Fusion Tacos Bowls (Print version)
Enjoy bold, lively international flavors in customizable tacos and bowls packed with color and fresh toppings.
# What You Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 14 oz beef sirloin or chicken thighs, thinly sliced (substitute firm tofu for vegetarian option)
02 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
04 - 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
07 - 1 teaspoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
→ Ube Crema
08 - 1/3 cup cooked ube (purple yam) or ube halaya (alternatively use sweet potato for color)
09 - 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (use coconut yogurt for vegan adaptation)
10 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed 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 - 2 1/2 cups cooked jasmine or sushi rice (for serving as bowls)
# How to Make:
01 - Combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and gochujang in a mixing bowl. Add sliced beef, chicken, or tofu and toss thoroughly. Cover and marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
02 - Place ube, sour cream or coconut yogurt, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, and a pinch of salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and vibrant. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
03 - Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Arrange marinated protein in a single layer and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring or turning occasionally, until browned and fully cooked. Transfer protein to a plate and keep warm.
04 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable. Alternatively, fluff cooked rice and keep warm for bowl assembly.
05 - Spread a generous layer of ube crema onto each tortilla. Top with cooked protein, kimchi, shredded cabbage, cucumber slices, jalapeño, cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and pickled red onions. For bowls, arrange rice with toppings and finish with a drizzle of ube crema.
06 - Present tacos or bowls immediately and allow diners to customize with desired toppings.
# Expert tips:
01 -
- Customizable for tacos or bowls
- Fusion of global flavors in one dish
02 -
- Contains gluten dairy and soy check ingredient labels carefully
- Ube can be substituted with sweet potato for a similar color and flavor
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- Warm tortillas just before serving for the best texture
- Let guests assemble their own tacos or bowls for a fun dinner experience