Scorpions Bite Fiery Chicken Tacos

Owen Rosser

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Tacos:

  • 500g boneless chicken thighs (or use beef mince or pork shoulder)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons Scorpions Bite chilli sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 8 small soft tortillas (corn or flour)

For the Spicy Slaw:

  • 1/2 small red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 large carrot, grated
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red chilli, finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yoghurt
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon Scorpions Bite chilli sauce (use more for extra heat)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Toppings:

  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Fresh coriander leaves (optional)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Method

  1. Prepare the Meat:
    • In a small bowl, mix the cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
    • Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil and coat with the spice mixture.
    • Heat a large pan over medium heat and cook the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. (For beef or pork, cook until browned and tender.)
    • Remove from the heat, allow to rest for a few minutes, and then shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
    • Toss the shredded chicken with 2 tablespoons of Scorpions Bite chilli sauce for a fiery kick.
  2. Make the Spicy Slaw:
    • In a large bowl, combine the red cabbage, carrot, red onion, and red chilli.
    • In a separate bowl, mix together the Greek yoghurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, and Scorpions Bite chilli sauce.
    • Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Assemble the Tacos:
    • Warm the tortillas in a dry pan or microwave.
    • Add a generous portion of shredded chicken to each tortilla.
    • Top with the spicy slaw, avocado slices, and fresh coriander leaves.
    • Serve with lime wedges on the side.

 

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