Mexican Al Pastor Pork Tacos
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White Vinegar, Dried Oregano, Salt, Cotija Cheese, Lime, Orange Juice, Pineapple, Lime Juice, Cloves Garlic, Pineapple Juice, Ground Cumin, Red Onion, Corn Tortillas, Chili Powder, Pork Shoulder, Black Pepper, Cilantro, Smoked Paprika
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Mexican Al Pastor Pork Tacos Recipe
Al pastor pork tacos are a popular street food in Mexico, consisting of marinated and grilled pork slices served on tortillas with fresh toppings. This version's marinade includes pineapple juice, which tenderizes the meat and adds a sweet and tangy flavor.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh pineapple
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 16 corn tortillas
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- pork shoulder, boneless, 2 lbs
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Instructions
- Whisk together the pineapple juice, orange juice, lime juice, white vinegar, garlic, chili powder, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Toss the pork in the marinade in a large mixing bowl.
- Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Heat a grill or grill pan on medium-high.
- Take the pork out of the marinade and discard the excess.
- Grill for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the pork is cooked through and charred in spots.
- Place the pork on a cutting board and set aside for 5 minutes.
- Thinly slice against the grain.
- Warm the tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds per side before assembling the tacos.
- Top the tortillas with the pork, chopped pineapple, cilantro, red onion, and cotija cheese.
- Serve with wedges of lime.
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