🌮 Hawaiian Tacos 🌮
📝 Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Sliced pineapple, for serving
- Shredded lettuce, for serving
- Diced red bell pepper, for serving
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
📝 Method
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, vegetable oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Add the sliced chicken thighs to the marinade and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours for more flavor.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely charred.
- Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave them until soft and pliable.
- To assemble the tacos, place some cooked chicken onto each tortilla.
- Top with sliced pineapple, shredded lettuce, and diced red bell pepper.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve the Hawaiian Tacos immediately.
💡 Expert Tips
- For added sweetness and flavor, you can grill or lightly sauté the pineapple slices before adding them to the tacos.
- Consider marinating the chicken overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, you can add a dash of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the marinade.
📌 Important Facts
- Hawaiian Tacos offer a tropical twist on traditional tacos, inspired by the flavors of Hawaii.
- The combination of soy sauce, pineapple juice, and brown sugar in the marinade creates a sweet and savory glaze for the chicken.
- Toppings like pineapple, lettuce, and bell pepper add freshness and a vibrant burst of flavors.
Enjoy your Hawaiian Tacos! 🍍🌮
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