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Gringas Al Pastor

A quick and delicious take on the classic Mexican dish, featuring seasoned pork or chicken in a red sauce, wrapped in a warm tortilla with crunchy cabbage, creamy avocado, and crumbled cheese. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
28g
Gringas Al Pastor
comfort foodquick and easyMexicanporkchickencrunchycreamyweeknight dinner

Ingredients

  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked pork or chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup red enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a skillet over medium heat, warm the 2 cups shredded pork or chicken with the 1 cup red enchilada sauce, stirring until heated through and saucy, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Warm the 4 large flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable, about 30 seconds per side.

  3. 3

    Divide the meat mixture among the tortillas, then top each with 1/2 cup shredded cabbage, 1/4 cup crumbled cheese, and a few avocado slices.

  4. 4

    Fold the tortillas in half and serve immediately, with extra sauce on the side if desired.

  5. 5

    Enjoy your gringas al pastor!

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet
  • spatula
  • knife
  • cutting board

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