Fusion Tacos with Thai-Inspired Chicken & Mediterranean Tzatziki

Ingredients:

  1. For the Thai-Inspired Chicken:
  • 400g chicken thighs, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp coconut aminos (soy sauce alternative for keto)
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, finely grated
  • 1 tsp fresh lemongrass, finely chopped (or lemongrass paste)
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust according to heat preference)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  1. For the Mediterranean Tzatziki:
  • 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for dairy-free
  • 1 small cucumber, finely grated
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  1. For the Keto Tortillas:
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 2 tsp xanthan gum
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp water

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Thai-Inspired Chicken:
  • In a bowl, combine coconut aminos, fish sauce, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, lime zest, lime juice, and chili flakes.
  • Marinate the chicken slices in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the marinated chicken until fully cooked and slightly caramelized. Set aside.
  1. Prepare the Mediterranean Tzatziki:
  • In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt), grated cucumber, garlic, dill, mint, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  1. Prepare the Keto Tortillas:
  • In a bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, and xanthan gum. Mix well.
  • Add the egg and water. Mix until a dough forms.
  • Divide the dough into small balls and roll them out between two pieces of parchment paper to form tortillas.
  • In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook each tortilla for about 1-2 minutes on each side until they’re golden and cooked through.
  1. Assemble the Tacos:
  • Lay out a keto tortilla, add a generous amount of Thai-inspired chicken.
  • Drizzle with the cool and refreshing Mediterranean tzatziki.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro.

The combination of aromatic Thai chicken with creamy Greek tzatziki packed into a keto-friendly tortilla offers a delightful fusion experience, teasing your palate with flavors from multiple continents. Enjoy the adventure on your plate!

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