# Components:
→ Proteins
01 - 14 oz beef sirloin or chicken thighs, thinly sliced (can substitute firm tofu for vegetarian option)
02 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
04 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
05 - 2 cloves garlic, 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 cooked sweet potato for color)
09 - 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (substitute coconut yogurt for dairy-free/vegan)
10 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
11 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
12 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
13 - 1 cup kimchi, chopped
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)
21 - 2 1/2 cups cooked jasmine or sushi rice (for bowls)
# Directions:
01 - In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and gochujang. Add sliced beef, chicken, or tofu and toss to coat thoroughly. Allow to marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
02 - In a blender or food processor, add cooked ube, sour cream or yogurt, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and vibrant. Refrigerate until ready to use.
03 - Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high. Add the marinated protein and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until evenly browned and fully cooked through. Set aside.
04 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable. If using rice, fluff with a fork to separate grains.
05 - For tacos, spread a layer of ube crema on each tortilla. Layer with cooked protein and finish with kimchi, shredded cabbage, cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro, sesame seeds, and pickled onions. For bowls, arrange rice as base, top with protein and garnishes, and drizzle with ube crema.
06 - Present immediately and encourage individual assembly for customizable enjoyment.
