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MAKING TODD TOVEN'S BONZAI PIPELINE TACOS ON THE BLACKSTONE GRIDDLE! EASY BLACKSTONE PRODUCTS RECIPE

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Bonzai Pipeline Tacos

Cultural Context

Originating from the surf culture of Southern California, Bonzai Pipeline Tacos celebrate the vibrant flavors of the beach. These tacos are often enjoyed after a day of surfing, embodying a laid-back lifestyle. Today, they are popular at beachside eateries and food trucks, reflecting a fusion of Mexican and American culinary traditions.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb. of diced boneless, skinless chicken breast
20 oz. of crushed pineapple in juice
1 cup of Mr. Yoshida's Marinade & Cooking Sauce: Original Gourmet - Sweet & Savory
granulated garlic to taste
salt & pepper to taste
2 diced jalapeños with seeds removed
1 diced red onion
1 green pepper, sliced
12 flour street taco-sized tortillas (approximately 5" in diameter)
1 bunch fresh chopped cilantro
lime juice to taste (optional)

grilled chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned chicken is more affordable.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: crema

Greek yogurt lowers calories while adding creaminess.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat offers more fiber, while flour tortillas are often cheaper.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Bell peppers are milder and more accessible.

1

Preheat the Blackstone griddle to high heat. When heated, coat the griddle top with light olive oil.

2

Drop diced chicken on one zone of the hot griddle top. Lightly season with granulated garlic, salt, and black pepper.

3

Drop jalapeño, onions, and green pepper onto another zone of the hot griddle top. Season with salt.

4

Drop crushed pineapple onto a separate zone of the hot griddle top.

5

Mix and flip all ingredients on griddle top with spatula as they cook.

6

Cook peppers until slightly blackened and onions until mostly translucent. Cook pineapple until slightly blackened. Cook chicken until done and outside is slightly blackened.

7

Turn griddle to low heat.

8

Add Mr. Yoshida's Marinade and mix all ingredients on griddle top together with spatulas.

9

Warm tortillas on griddle top until brown. Do not let them burn.

10

Fill each tortilla with an equal amount of hot mixed ingredients. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro to taste.

Cooking Techniques

grillingsautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

Blackstone griddlespatula

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Pipeline TacosSurf Tacos

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