Global Street-Food Fusion Tacos Bowls (Print Version)
Enjoy vibrant world-inspired tacos and bowls layered with fusion protein, ube crema, fresh toppings, and bright flavors.
# Components:
→ Proteins
01 - 14 oz beef sirloin or chicken thighs, thinly sliced, or use firm tofu
02 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
04 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon grated ginger
07 - 1 teaspoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
→ Ube Crema
08 - 1/3 cup cooked ube or ube halaya (substitute with sweet potato if preferred)
09 - 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (use coconut yogurt for vegan option)
10 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
11 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
12 - Pinch salt
→ Toppings
13 - 1 cup chopped kimchi
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), or 2 1/2 cups cooked jasmine or sushi rice
# Directions:
01 - Combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and gochujang in a mixing bowl. Add the sliced protein and toss thoroughly. Allow to marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
02 - Place ube, sour cream or yogurt, lime juice, honey, and salt into a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and vividly colored. Refrigerate until ready to use.
03 - Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Transfer the marinated protein to the pan and sauté for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork for bowls.
05 - To create tacos, spread a layer of ube crema on each tortilla, add the cooked protein, and arrange kimchi, cabbage, cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro, sesame seeds, and pickled onions on top. For bowls, start with rice as the base, then add toppings and drizzle with ube crema.
06 - Present immediately, allowing diners to compose their own tacos or bowls according to personal taste.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Customizable for tacos or bowls
- Creative fusion of global flavors
02 -
- For gluten-free use gluten-free tortillas and tamari for soy sauce
- Always check labels on kimchi and gochujang for hidden allergens
03 -
- Let everyone build their own tacos or bowls for maximum enjoyment
- Double the ube crema for parties it disappears fast