Kung Fu Tacos – Firecracker Grilled Chicken & Mango Salsa Street Tacos

Kung Fu Tacos – Firecracker Grilled Chicken & Mango Salsa Street Tacos

Find the perfect recipe for street-food inspired Kung Fu Tacos with grilled chicken and mango salsa. This easy-to-follow recipe will have you creating a sizzling fusion of flavors at home in no time.

Time: Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: 15 minutes - Total: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Fusion - Street Food

Allergens

Soy, Gluten (in some tortillas)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup fresh mango, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeno, minced (optional)
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste Firecracker Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the Firecracker Sauce. Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for 6 8 minutes per side or until cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine mango, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno (if using), lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the mango salsa.
  4. Heat the corn tortillas on the grill for 10 15 seconds per side or until they start to puff up.
  5. Assemble the tacos by layering chicken strips, mango salsa, and any additional toppings of your choice onto the warm tortillas. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

Feel free to adjust the spice level according to your preference by adding more or less sriracha to the firecracker sauce.

Notes

Perfect for a casual dinner or entertaining friends and family. - Serve with a cold beer or margarita for a complete street food experience.

Cultural or Historical Background

Inspired by the famous food trucks that bring street food classics with a twist, this recipe is a tasty homage to the vibrant energy and flavors of street food culture.