Taco Al Pastor Recipe

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@ophelia

Sep 18 2024

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4h 30m

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Serves 6

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Make Taco Al Pastor in just 4h 30m. Roasted Pastor Pork, Grilled Pineapple, Onion and Cilantro, Corn tortilla

Preparation

1. Marinate the Pork

In a large bowl, mix together achiote paste, orange juice, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the pork shoulder, ensuring it's well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.

2. Roast the Pork

Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Place the marinated pork in a roasting pan and cover with foil. Roast for about 3 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds. Remove the foil in the last 30 minutes to allow it to brown.

3. Grill the Pineapple

While the pork is roasting, heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the pineapple slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until they have grill marks and are caramelized. Remove from the grill and chop into small pieces.

4. Prepare the Toppings

Dice the onion and chop the cilantro. Set aside.

Assembly

5. Assemble the Tacos

Once the pork is done, shred it using two forks. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or in a skillet. To assemble, place a generous amount of shredded pork on each tortilla, top with grilled pineapple, diced onion, and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Taco Al Pastor Recipe

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