# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 14 oz beef sirloin or chicken thighs, thinly sliced (or 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 (purple yam) or ube halaya (can substitute with cooked sweet potato for color)
09 - 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (substitute coconut yogurt for vegan adaptation)
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), or
21 - 2 1/2 cups cooked jasmine or sushi rice
# How to Make It:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and gochujang. Add sliced beef, chicken, or tofu. Toss thoroughly to coat and allow to marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
02 - In a blender or food processor, combine cooked ube, sour cream or yogurt, lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and vibrant. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
03 - Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high. Add marinated protein and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until well browned and fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and flexible. For bowls, fluff the cooked jasmine or sushi rice with a fork.
05 - Spread ube crema on each tortilla. Layer with cooked protein, then top with kimchi, shredded cabbage, sliced cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, and pickled red onions. For bowls, start with rice, add protein and toppings, and finish with a drizzle of ube crema.
06 - Offer immediately, allowing guests to customize tacos or bowls to their preference.
