Crispy wonton tacos feature ginger-marinated chicken, smoky spices, tangy slaw, and creamy sriracha mayo for bold flavor.
# Components:
→ Chicken Marinade
01 - 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 lb), cut into ½-inch strips
02 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
04 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
05 - 1 garlic clove, minced
06 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Seasoning Blend
08 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
09 - ½ teaspoon paprika
10 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
11 - ¼ teaspoon onion powder
→ Wonton Shells
12 - 24 wonton wrappers
13 - Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
→ Slaw & Garnishes
14 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
15 - ½ cup shredded carrots
16 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
17 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
18 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
→ Spicy Mayo Sauce
19 - ½ cup mayonnaise
20 - 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
21 - 1 teaspoon honey
22 - 1 teaspoon lime juice
23 - Pinch of salt
# Directions:
01 - In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken strips, toss to coat, cover, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
03 - Remove marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Sprinkle with chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss to evenly coat all pieces.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat to 350°F. Working in batches, carefully fry 6 wonton wrappers at a time for about 30 seconds per side, until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool; they will form taco shells naturally.
05 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Arrange chicken strips in a single layer and cook 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Transfer to a plate and let rest for 2 minutes.
06 - Gently shape each crispy wonton into a taco shell. Spread about 1 teaspoon spicy mayo on the bottom of each shell. Fill with shredded cabbage and carrots, then top with seasoned chicken strips. Drizzle with additional spicy mayo, and garnish with green onions and cilantro.
07 - Arrange tacos on a serving platter with lime wedges on the side. Squeeze fresh lime juice over tacos just before eating for bright acidity.
