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Fusion Taco Lunch: Korean BBQ Tacos with Kimchi Slaw

35-Minute Korean BBQ Tacos with Irresistible Kimchi Slaw

A fusion dish combining Korean BBQ flavors with classic tacos, topped with a tangy kimchi slaw.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb beef short ribs (for Korean BBQ)
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup kimchi, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Marinate beef short ribs with soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Let sit for 30 minutes.
  2. Grill or pan-sear the beef until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Slice beef thinly against the grain.
  4. Mix kimchi, shredded cabbage, mayonnaise, gochujang, and rice vinegar to make the slaw.
  5. Warm tortillas.
  6. Assemble tacos with beef, kimchi slaw, and sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions on top.

Notes

  • Use pre-made kimchi for convenience.
  • Adjust gochujang for more or less spice.
  • Corn tortillas can be swapped for flour tortillas.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
  • Cuisine: Korean-Mexican Fusion
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Korean BBQ tacos, fusion tacos, kimchi slaw, easy lunch recipe