Tacos al Pastor

Tacos al Pastor are a delicious Mexican dish featuring marinated pork cooked on a vertical spit, similar to shawarma. This traditional recipe provides a burst of flavors from seasoned pork to juicy pineapple, all wrapped up in warm corn tortillas. Perfect for a vibrant meal that brings the taste of Mexico to your table.

Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless pork shoulder

2 tbsp achiote paste

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup orange juice

1/4 cup white vinegar

1 tbsp dried oregano

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 cup chopped fresh pineapple

1/2 cup chopped cilantro

1 onion, finely chopped

8 small corn tortillas

1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine achiote paste, garlic, orange juice, vinegar, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.

2. Pour the marinade over the pork shoulder and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

3. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated pork onto a vertical spit or skewer.

4. Grill the pork, rotating occasionally, for about 1.5 hours or until cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.

5. Thinly slice the pork and serve on warm corn tortillas.

6. Top with chopped pineapple, cilantro, onion, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Storage

Store leftover pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating

Reheat the pork slices in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, or in a microwave for 1-2 minutes.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.