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Tacos Al Pastor

Tacos al Pastor are a vibrant Mexican dish made with marinated pork, served in soft tortillas with fresh toppings, perfect for any occasion.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: tacos, al pastor, Mexican food, street food
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork shoulder thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup achiote paste
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • Diced onion
  • Sliced radishes
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  • Marinate the pork shoulder slices in achiote paste, orange juice, pineapple juice, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Grill the marinated pork slices for about 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred.
  • Remove the pork from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
  • Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side.
  • Thinly slice the cooked pork into bite-sized pieces.
  • Assemble each taco by placing a generous amount of pork on a tortilla.
  • Top with fresh cilantro, diced onion, and sliced radishes.
  • Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 2g