Jul 14 2026
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Tacos Al Pastor Recipe

Inspired by Cantina Mexicana
Time2h 30m
Serves4

Marinated pork tacos with pineapple and onion

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Ingredients

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Marinade

Taco Assembly

Method

Marinade Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple juice, white vinegar, dried oregano, cumin, chili powder, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and adobo sauce. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Pork

    Add the thinly sliced pork shoulder to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor.

Cooking the Pork

  1. 3

    Cook the Pork

    Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the pork from the marinade and grill or sear until cooked through and slightly charred, about 4-5 minutes per side. Once cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.

Taco Assembly

  1. 4

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a dry skillet, warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until they are pliable.

  2. 5

    Assemble the Tacos

    On each tortilla, place a generous portion of the cooked pork. Top with diced pineapple, chopped onion, and cilantro. If desired, add sliced radishes for extra crunch.

  3. 6

    Serve

    Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top just before eating.

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