Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Al Pastor Tacos, where succulent marinated pork meets sweet pineapple and smoky spices, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for creating unforgettable meals for gatherings or cozy dinners at home. With its explosion of taste, every bite transports you to the heart of Mexico!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup white onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Blend garlic cloves, chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and juice from half a pineapple until smooth.
- Marinate the Pork: Toss pork chunks in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Cook the Pork: Heat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated pork until golden brown on all sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add Pineapple: Incorporate diced pineapple into the cooking pan with remaining marinade and cook until pork is tender (about 20 minutes).
- Slice: Let pork rest briefly before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm corn tortillas and fill with sliced pork. Top with cilantro and onion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg