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Low Carb Chicken Almond Taco

3 servings

40 minutes

Low-carb chicken and almond taco is a culinary creation that combines freshness, lightness, and rich flavor. This recipe draws inspiration from European cuisine but reinterprets traditional tacos in a healthier format. Tender chicken thighs marinated in brine gain juiciness when fried. They are complemented by fresh apples and crunchy almonds, creating a wonderful balance of sweetness and nutty texture. A sauce made from matsoni and coconut milk, seasoned with cumin and cayenne pepper, adds spiciness and depth of flavor. All ingredients are neatly placed in iceberg lettuce leaves, replacing traditional tortillas and making the dish light and healthy. An ideal option for those seeking harmony between healthy eating and gastronomic pleasure.

Energy value per serving
CaloriesProteinsFatsCarbohydrates
461.6
kcal
37.8g
grams
29.2g
grams
11.8g
grams
Ingredients
3servings
Chicken thighs
600 
g
Water
1 
l
Salt
100 
g
Matsoni
30 
ml
Coconut milk
60 
ml
Cumin (zira)
3 
g
Cayenne pepper
3 
g
Almond
30 
g
Apple
1 
pc
Iceberg leaves
9 
pc
Coriander
6 
g
Sugar
3 
g
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Dissolve salt in water. Soak chicken thighs in the salt solution for 1 hour, then remove and rinse. Fry in a pan until cooked, cool down and chop finely.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Salt100 g
    2. Water1 l
    3. Chicken thighs600 g
  • 2

    Fry in a pan until cooked.

  • 3

    Chill and chop finely. Cut the apple into strips and coarsely chop the almonds.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Apple1 piece
    2. Almond30 g
  • 4

    To prepare the sauce, mix matsoni, coconut milk, cumin, cayenne pepper, and sugar.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Matsoni30 ml
    2. Coconut milk60 ml
    3. Cumin (zira)3 g
    4. Cayenne pepper3 g
    5. Sugar3 g
  • 5

    Mix the chicken with the sauce, then place it in iceberg leaves and garnish with a sprig of cilantro, chopped almonds, and apple.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Chicken thighs600 g
    2. Matsoni30 ml
    3. Coconut milk60 ml
    4. Cumin (zira)3 g
    5. Cayenne pepper3 g
    6. Iceberg leaves9 pieces
    7. Coriander6 g
    8. Almond30 g
    9. Apple1 piece

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