Description
Tacos al Pastor are a mouthwatering Mexican delight that combines marinated pork with vibrant toppings for an unforgettable flavor experience. This beloved street food features tender, spiced pork infused with the sweetness of pineapple and a medley of fresh ingredients. Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm corn tortilla filled with juicy, charred meat, topped with zesty onions, fragrant cilantro, and a drizzle of lime juice. Perfect for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, these tacos are easy to customize with your favorite toppings. Experience the joy of creating this beloved dish at home and impress your family and friends with an unforgettable flavor explosion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless pork shoulder
- 1 cup fresh pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup adobo sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- Lime juice (to taste)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix pork with pineapple juice and adobo sauce until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat your grill to high heat or broil your oven at 500°F (260°C). Place a baking sheet underneath to catch drippings if using the oven.
- Grill or broil the marinated pork for 20–25 minutes until charred and cooked through. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Warm corn tortillas on a skillet for about 1 minute per side until pliable.
- Assemble tacos by placing sliced pork on tortillas and topping with onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (180g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg