Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with Tacos al Pastor, featuring marinated pork cooked to perfection and served with fresh pineapple and cilantro.
Ingredients
🥩 2 pounds pork shoulder, thinly sliced
🌶️ 3 dried guajillo chiles
🌶️ 2 dried ancho chiles
🧄 4 cloves garlic
🧅 1 medium white onion, chopped
🍍 1 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
🍊 1/2 cup orange juice
🍋 1/4 cup lime juice
🌿 2 teaspoons dried oregano
🌿 1 teaspoon ground cumin
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🥄 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
🌮 Corn tortillas
🌿 Fresh cilantro, chopped
🍍 Additional pineapple slices, for grilling
Equipment
• Blender
• Skillet or grill pan
• Skewers (if grilling)
• Knife and cutting board
Prep Time
• 30 minutes (plus 4 hours for marinating)
Calories and Macros per Serving
Per taco (makes approximately 12 tacos):
• Calories: 250
• Protein: 15g
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
Instructions
1. Prepare the Marinade:
o Remove stems and seeds from the dried chiles.
o In a pot, bring water to a boil, then remove from heat. Add the chiles and let them soak for 15 minutes until softened.
o Drain the chiles and transfer them to a blender. Add garlic, chopped onion, chopped pineapple, orange juice, lime juice, oregano, cumin, and salt. Blend until smooth.
2. Marinate the Pork:
o Place the thinly sliced pork in a large bowl or resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.
o Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to develop.
3. Cook the Pork:
o Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
o Remove pork from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Cook the pork slices in batches, about 3-4 minutes per side, until fully cooked and slightly charred.
o If using skewers, thread the marinated pork and grill over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
4. Grill the Pineapple:
o Grill additional pineapple slices for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized.
o Chop the grilled pineapple into small pieces for topping.
5. Assemble the Tacos:
o Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or on the grill.
o Fill each tortilla with cooked pork, grilled pineapple, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Cooking and Serving Tips
• Marinating Time: For optimal flavor, marinate the pork overnight.
• Serving Suggestions: Serve with lime wedges and your favorite salsa for added zest.
• Tortilla Warming: Warming tortillas enhances their pliability and flavor.