Chili Garlic Korean Fried Chicken Tacos
These Chili Garlic Korean Fried Chicken Tacos are a fusion delight, combining the crispiness and flavor of Korean fried chicken with the convenience of a taco. The popcorn chicken is coated in a tangy garlic and ginger chili sauce, complemented by a refreshing chili slaw. The homemade taco dough adds a unique touch, making this dish both exciting and satisfying.
In a nutshell.
Difficulty
Hard
Difficulty
Hard
Difficulty
Hard
Cuisine
Fusion
Cuisine
Fusion
Cuisine
Fusion
Feeds
2
Feeds
2
Feeds
2
Meal Type
Lunch
Meal Type
Lunch
Meal Type
Lunch
Ingredients
23
Ingredients
23
Ingredients
23
Prep Time
20 m
Prep Time
20 m
Prep Time
20 m
Cook Time
20 m
Cook Time
20 m
Cook Time
20 m
Rest Time
0 m
Rest Time
0 m
Rest Time
0 m
What you'll need.
Chicken Breasts
8 oz • cubed
Chicken Breasts
8 oz • cubed
Chicken Breasts
8 oz • cubed
Lettuce
1/2 cup • shredded
Lettuce
1/2 cup • shredded
Lettuce
1/2 cup • shredded
All-Purpose Flour
2/3 cup
All-Purpose Flour
2/3 cup
All-Purpose Flour
2/3 cup
Nonfat Greek Yogurt
1/3 cup
Nonfat Greek Yogurt
1/3 cup
Nonfat Greek Yogurt
1/3 cup
Garlic Clove
1 • minced
Garlic Clove
1 • minced
Garlic Clove
1 • minced
Baking Powder
1/2 tsp
Baking Powder
1/2 tsp
Baking Powder
1/2 tsp
Corn Starch
1/8 cup
Corn Starch
1/8 cup
Corn Starch
1/8 cup
Nonfat Greek Yogurt
2 tbsp
Nonfat Greek Yogurt
2 tbsp
Nonfat Greek Yogurt
2 tbsp
Low Fat Mayonnaise
1 tbsp
Low Fat Mayonnaise
1 tbsp
Low Fat Mayonnaise
1 tbsp
Lemon Juice
1 tbsp
Lemon Juice
1 tbsp
Lemon Juice
1 tbsp
Stevia
1/2 tbsp
Stevia
1/2 tbsp
Stevia
1/2 tbsp
Low Sodium Soy Sauce
1 tbsp
Low Sodium Soy Sauce
1 tbsp
Low Sodium Soy Sauce
1 tbsp
Honey
1 tbsp
Honey
1 tbsp
Honey
1 tbsp
Thai Red Chili Paste
1/2 tsp
Thai Red Chili Paste
1/2 tsp
Thai Red Chili Paste
1/2 tsp
Rice Wine Vinegar
1 tsp
Rice Wine Vinegar
1 tsp
Rice Wine Vinegar
1 tsp
Ginger
1 tsp
Ginger
1 tsp
Ginger
1 tsp
Ginger Powder
3/8 tsp
Ginger Powder
3/8 tsp
Ginger Powder
3/8 tsp
Garlic Powder
3/4 tsp
Garlic Powder
3/4 tsp
Garlic Powder
3/4 tsp
Chili Powder
1/4 tsp
Chili Powder
1/4 tsp
Chili Powder
1/4 tsp
Onion Powder
1/8 tsp
Onion Powder
1/8 tsp
Onion Powder
1/8 tsp
Salt
3/4 tsp
Salt
3/4 tsp
Salt
3/4 tsp
Pepper
1/4 tsp
Pepper
1/4 tsp
Pepper
1/4 tsp
Chili Flakes
To taste
Chili Flakes
To taste
Chili Flakes
To taste
Kitchen gear.
Mixing Bowl
1
Mixing Bowl
1
Mixing Bowl
1
Whisk
1
Whisk
1
Whisk
1
Chef's Knife
1
Chef's Knife
1
Chef's Knife
1
Cutting Board
1
Cutting Board
1
Cutting Board
1
Air Fryer
1
Air Fryer
1
Air Fryer
1
Saute Pan
1
Saute Pan
1
Saute Pan
1
Rolling Pin
1
Rolling Pin
1
Rolling Pin
1
Greased Pan
1
Greased Pan
1
Greased Pan
1
How to make it.
1
Mix 1/2 tbsp (5g) Stevia, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp ginger, 1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp (30-35g) natural honey, 1/2 tsp Thai red chili paste, and 1 tsp rice wine vinegar to make the Garlic & Ginger Chili sauce. Set aside.
1
Mix 1/2 tbsp (5g) Stevia, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp ginger, 1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp (30-35g) natural honey, 1/2 tsp Thai red chili paste, and 1 tsp rice wine vinegar to make the Garlic & Ginger Chili sauce. Set aside.
1
Mix 1/2 tbsp (5g) Stevia, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp ginger, 1 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp (30-35g) natural honey, 1/2 tsp Thai red chili paste, and 1 tsp rice wine vinegar to make the Garlic & Ginger Chili sauce. Set aside.
2
In a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup (65g) shredded lettuce, 2 tbsp (~35g) nonfat Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp (15g) low-fat mayonnaise, 1/2 tsp lemon juice, and salt, pepper, red chili flakes, garlic powder to taste to make the chili slaw. Set aside.
2
In a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup (65g) shredded lettuce, 2 tbsp (~35g) nonfat Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp (15g) low-fat mayonnaise, 1/2 tsp lemon juice, and salt, pepper, red chili flakes, garlic powder to taste to make the chili slaw. Set aside.
2
In a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup (65g) shredded lettuce, 2 tbsp (~35g) nonfat Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp (15g) low-fat mayonnaise, 1/2 tsp lemon juice, and salt, pepper, red chili flakes, garlic powder to taste to make the chili slaw. Set aside.
3
Mix 2/3 cup (~86g) all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup + 1 tsp (90g) nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp ginger powder, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder until it begins to form a crumbly dough.
3
Mix 2/3 cup (~86g) all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup + 1 tsp (90g) nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp ginger powder, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder until it begins to form a crumbly dough.
3
Mix 2/3 cup (~86g) all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup + 1 tsp (90g) nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp ginger powder, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder until it begins to form a crumbly dough.
4
Knead into a ball with your hands, split into two small balls, and roll out into round tortilla shapes.
4
Knead into a ball with your hands, split into two small balls, and roll out into round tortilla shapes.
4
Knead into a ball with your hands, split into two small balls, and roll out into round tortilla shapes.
5
Cook the taco rounds on a greased pan over medium heat for about 1 1/2 minutes on each side, flipping frequently. Set aside.
5
Cook the taco rounds on a greased pan over medium heat for about 1 1/2 minutes on each side, flipping frequently. Set aside.
5
Cook the taco rounds on a greased pan over medium heat for about 1 1/2 minutes on each side, flipping frequently. Set aside.
6
Whisk 1/8 cup (15g) cornstarch, 1/4 tsp ginger powder, 1/4 tsp chili powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp onion powder together.
6
Whisk 1/8 cup (15g) cornstarch, 1/4 tsp ginger powder, 1/4 tsp chili powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp onion powder together.
6
Whisk 1/8 cup (15g) cornstarch, 1/4 tsp ginger powder, 1/4 tsp chili powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp onion powder together.
7
Toss 8oz cubed chicken breast in the cornstarch mixture, then generously coat in no-calorie spray.
7
Toss 8oz cubed chicken breast in the cornstarch mixture, then generously coat in no-calorie spray.
7
Toss 8oz cubed chicken breast in the cornstarch mixture, then generously coat in no-calorie spray.
8
Air fry the popcorn chicken for about 12-14 minutes at 400°F.
8
Air fry the popcorn chicken for about 12-14 minutes at 400°F.
8
Air fry the popcorn chicken for about 12-14 minutes at 400°F.
9
While the chicken is cooking, reduce the Garlic & Ginger Chili sauce over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes until slightly bubbly and thicker. Remove from heat and toss the cooked popcorn chicken in the sauce.
9
While the chicken is cooking, reduce the Garlic & Ginger Chili sauce over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes until slightly bubbly and thicker. Remove from heat and toss the cooked popcorn chicken in the sauce.
9
While the chicken is cooking, reduce the Garlic & Ginger Chili sauce over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes until slightly bubbly and thicker. Remove from heat and toss the cooked popcorn chicken in the sauce.
10
Place the sauced popcorn chicken on the cooked taco rounds. Top with chili slaw. Enjoy!
10
Place the sauced popcorn chicken on the cooked taco rounds. Top with chili slaw. Enjoy!
10
Place the sauced popcorn chicken on the cooked taco rounds. Top with chili slaw. Enjoy!
Safety first.
Wash Your Hands
Wash Your Hands
Wash Your Hands
Food Safety
Food Safety
Food Safety
Proper Cooking
Proper Cooking
Proper Cooking
Knife Safety
Knife Safety
Knife Safety
Hot Surfaces
Hot Surfaces
Hot Surfaces
Cleaning
Cleaning
Cleaning
Storage
Storage
Storage
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