Description
Al Pastor Tacos are a vibrant and flavorful dish, combining tender marinated pork with sweet pineapple and fresh toppings. Each bite offers a delightful mix of smoky, savory, and tangy flavors that transport you straight to the bustling streets of Mexico. Perfect for taco nights or quick weeknight dinners, these tacos are easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste. Gather your ingredients and get ready for a fiesta of flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic, chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Cut the pork shoulder into chunks and thoroughly coat in the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best results).
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated pork for 15-20 minutes until charred and cooked through.
- Add pineapple slices to the grill during the last few minutes of cooking until caramelized.
- Slice the grilled pork and serve it in warm tortillas topped with grilled pineapple, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate the pork overnight. - Substitute pork with chicken or jackfruit for a vegetarian option. - Customize toppings with diced onions or avocado for added texture.