Tacos Al Pastor
Juicy, spiced pork tacos topped with crunchy cabbage, creamy guacamole, and fresh salsa. This simplified version brings the flavors of al pastor to your kitchen without the spit.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb pork shoulder
- 2 tbsp achiote paste
- ½ cup pineapple juice
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup guacamole
- ½ cup salsa
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Slice the 1.5 lb pork shoulder into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick.
- 2
In a bowl, mix the 2 tbsp achiote paste with the 1/2 cup pineapple juice until smooth. Add the pork and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- 3
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes per batch.
- 4
Warm the 8 corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
- 5
Fill each tortilla with the cooked pork, then top with the 2 cups shredded cabbage, a dollop of the 1 cup guacamole, a spoonful of the 1/2 cup salsa, and a sprinkle of the 1/4 cup cilantro.
- 6
Serve immediately, with lime wedges if you have them.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
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