Asian Tacos Recipe
Let’s get one thing straight; tacos are a universal love language. They’re versatile, fun, and invite creativity like no other dish. This Asian taco recipe, with its sweet and tangy flavors, enriches your kitchen with an exciting culinary fusion. These little pockets of joy feature ground beef infused with soy and ginger, fresh slaw, and a zesty sriracha mayo.
Equipment
- Frying pan
- mixing bowls
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
- spoons
Ingredients
- To bring these incredible Asian tacos to life you’ll need the following ingredients:
For the Beef Mixture:
- - 1 lb of 96/4 extra lean ground beef
- - 2 scallions chopped (white and green parts separated)
- - 2 tsp ginger paste squeeze ginger
- - 3 cloves garlic minced
- - Cooking spray
- - 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- - 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- - 1 tsp sesame oil
- - 1 tbsp coconut sugar
- - 1 tsp cornstarch
- - New Ingredient: 1 tbsp of hoisin sauce adds depth and sweetness
For the Slaw:
- - 4 cups coleslaw mix
- - 3 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- - 1 tsp sesame oil
- - 1 tsp coconut sugar
- - New Ingredient: 1 cup shredded carrots for color and crunch
For the Spicy Mayo:
- - ¼ cup light mayo
- - 1 tbsp sriracha adjust for spice preference
Additional Items:
- - Sesame seeds for garnish
- - 8 low-carb tortillas or wraps
- - Sliced radishes for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prep your Ingredients
- Start by chopping the scallions, ensuring you keep the white and green parts separate. The white parts will add flavor to the beef, while the green parts will serve as a garnish. Next, mince the garlic so it incorporates easily into the meat mixture.
Step 2: Cook the Beef
- Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and lightly coat it with cooking spray. Once the pan is hot, add the white parts of the scallions and the minced garlic along with 1 tsp of ginger paste. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant—your kitchen should start smelling delightful!
- Now, add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook it until it’s no longer pink, ensuring it gets nice and browned.
Step 3: Mix the Sauce
- While the beef is cooking, grab a small mixing bowl. Combine the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, coconut sugar, and cornstarch. Whisk until well mixed; this blend is going to give the beef an incredible boost of flavor.
Step 4: Combine
- Once the beef is browned, pour the sauce mixture into the pan. Toss well to coat the beef evenly. This will help the flavors meld beautifully. Remove the pan from heat and set it aside.
Step 5: Prepare the Slaw
- In another bowl, combine the shredded coleslaw mix with rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, coconut sugar, and the shredded carrots. Toss everything together until the vegetables are well coated. This slaw is your crunchy counterpoint to the seasoned beef.
Step 6: Make the Spicy Mayo
- In a small bowl, mix the light mayo and sriracha. This spicy mayo will take your tacos to the next level. Adjust the sriracha based on your heat tolerance!
Step 7: Toast the Tortillas
- Now, it’s time for the tortillas! You can lightly toast them over an open flame or in a skillet, just until warm and pliable.
Step 8: Assemble the Tacos
- Lay the tortillas on a plate and start with a generous scoop of the ground beef mixture, followed by a good scoop of slaw. Top it all off with a drizzle of the spicy mayo. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with the green parts of the scallions and a few sliced radishes.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for a healthier option, or swap it for ground turkey or beyond meat.
- Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of sriracha in the mayo.
- Serve with lime wedges for an extra zesty touch.
- If gluten-free, ensure to use gluten-free tortillas and soy sauce.
- This dish is perfect for meal prep; it holds well in the fridge for a few days!
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal
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