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Pastor Taco Recipe

Inspired by Mariah's Steakhouse & Pasta
Time4h
Serves6

Make Pastor Taco Recipe in just 4h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

Taco Assembly

Method

Taco Filling Preparation

1

Prepare the Pork

Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks for easier cooking.

2

Marinate the Pork

In a large bowl, combine the orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the pork chunks and ensure they are well coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

3

Cook the Pork

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the marinated pork in a Dutch oven or a heavy oven-safe pot, add the bay leaf, and cover. Cook in the oven for approximately 3-4 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

4

Shred the Pork

Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it cool slightly. Shred the pork using two forks, discarding any large pieces of fat and the bay leaf.

Taco Assembly

5

Warm the Tortillas

While the pork is cooling, heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or until warm and pliable.

6

Assemble the Tacos

Take a warm tortilla and add a generous portion of the shredded pork. Top with chopped onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. Add a spoonful of salsa and a few slices of avocado.

7

Serve

Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for extra flavor. Enjoy your delicious Pastor Tacos!