Irresistible Japanese Street Food Tacos with Teriyaki Chicken
Savor the fusion of Japanese street food and taco culture with these mouthwatering tacos filled with juicy teriyaki chicken. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures, from the tender chicken coated in rich teriyaki sauce to the fresh crunch of vegetables. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these tacos are sure to impress your guests and make mealtime a memorable experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 soft flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 2 green onions, sliced (both green and white parts)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, and season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat.
- In a small bowl, mix teriyaki sauce with honey/maple syrup, then pour it over the cooked chicken in the skillet.
- Simmer on low heat for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Warm tortillas in another skillet or microwave for about 30 seconds.
- Assemble by placing shredded cabbage at the base of each tortilla followed by generous portions of teriyaki chicken.
- Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg