Crispy Cheese Gringas al Pastor
Thin flour tortillas stuffed with seasoned pulled pork and melted cheese, pan-fried until golden and crispy. Topped with pineapple, onion, and cilantro for the classic al pastor bite.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked shredded pork (rotisserie or leftover)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced small
- 1.5 cups white cheddar or oaxaca cheese, shredded
- 4 count flour tortillas (8-inch)
- ½ count red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp guajillo or ancho chili powder
Instructions
- 1
Toss the pork with chili powder, salt, and a pinch of pepper until evenly coated.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 60 seconds.
- 3
Lay a tortilla flat and sprinkle 1/3 cup cheese down the center, then add 2–3 tbsp seasoned pork and a spoonful of pineapple on top.
- 4
Fold the tortilla in half and slide into the hot skillet. Cook 2 minutes per side until the cheese melts and tortilla turns golden-brown and crispy.
- 5
Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining 3 tortillas, adding oil between batches if needed.
- 6
Top with red onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or cast iron
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- small bowl
- tongs or spatula
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