Aji Ginger Chicken Taco

Description

Aji amarillo and ginger create a bright, aromatic taco that stays easy enough for weeknights.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb chicken thighs, sliced
• 1 tbsp neutral oil
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 8 corn tortillas
• 2 tbsp sour cream
• 1 tbsp aji amarillo paste
• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1 scallion, sliced
• 1 tbsp lime juice

Preparation

1. Cook chicken with oil, ginger, and garlic until browned and cooked through.
2. Mix sour cream with aji paste and lime juice.
3. Warm tortillas.
4. Salt cabbage lightly.

Assembly

1. Fill tortillas with chicken.
2. Top with cabbage, scallion, and aji crema.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with black beans.
• Add pickled red onion.

Notes or Variations

• Turkey thigh is a good substitute.
• Increase aji paste for more heat.