Vietnamese Lemongrass Ginger Chicken Tacos Recipe
Introduction
This Vietnamese Lemongrass Ginger Chicken Tacos recipe combines fragrant lemongrass and spicy ginger with tender ground chicken, all wrapped in warm tortillas. It’s a fresh and flavorful twist on traditional tacos that’s quick to prepare and perfect for any weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 stalks lemongrass, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 8 small tortillas
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat a pan over medium heat and add the ground chicken. Cook, stirring often, until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Step 2: Add the chopped lemongrass and grated ginger to the pan. Continue to cook for 3–5 minutes until fragrant and fully cooked through.
- Step 3: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until soft and pliable.
- Step 4: Spoon the lemongrass ginger chicken mixture onto each tortilla and serve immediately.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, add a splash of fish sauce while cooking the chicken.
- Top tacos with fresh herbs like cilantro or mint for a bright finish.
- Use corn or flour tortillas based on your preference.
Storage
Store leftover cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave before assembling tacos. Keep tortillas wrapped in foil or a sealed bag at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer storage.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use chicken thighs instead of ground chicken?
Yes, finely chopped or minced chicken thighs work well and offer more flavor and moisture than ground chicken breast.
Is lemongrass difficult to prepare?
Not at all! Just remove the tough outer layers, then finely chop the tender inner stalk. It adds a wonderful citrusy aroma to the dish.
PrintVietnamese Lemongrass Ginger Chicken Tacos Recipe
Vietnamese Lemongrass Ginger Chicken Tacos combine aromatic lemongrass and zesty ginger with tender ground chicken, all wrapped in warm tortillas for a delicious fusion of Vietnamese flavors and Mexican-style tacos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vietnamese Fusion
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 stalks lemongrass, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnishes: chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatics: Finely mince the lemongrass and grate the fresh ginger. Also chop the onion and mince garlic to create a flavorful base for the chicken.
- Cook the aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, minced lemongrass, and grated ginger. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onions soften.
- Cook the chicken: Add the ground chicken to the skillet with the aromatics. Break up the meat with a spatula and cook thoroughly until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds to 1 minute on each side until warm and pliable.
- Assemble the tacos: Spoon the lemongrass ginger chicken mixture onto each tortilla. Garnish with optional chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, and a squeeze of lime juice for added freshness.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm, enjoying the fresh vibrant flavors and comforting texture of the tacos.
Notes
- Using fresh lemongrass and ginger enhances the flavor tremendously; dried versions will not be as aromatic.
- Ground chicken keeps the tacos light and tender but you can substitute ground turkey if preferred.
- For a gluten-free option, use corn tortillas instead of flour ones.
- Adding a touch of fish sauce to the chicken while cooking can deepen the authentic Vietnamese flavor.
Keywords: Vietnamese tacos, lemongrass chicken, ginger chicken tacos, ground chicken recipe, easy dinner, fusion tacos
