mexicanutama· 4 servings
≈186 kkal · P 1.9g · L 2.1g · KH 41.3g (per recipe, TKPI estimate)
Tacos al Pastor

Ingredients
- 1 kg pork shoulder, thinly sliced
- 100 g achiote paste
- 3 dried guajillo chilies, seeded
- 2 dried ancho chilies, seeded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/2 fresh pineapple, sliced
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
- 2 limes, cut into wedges
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 11. Rehydrate guajillo and ancho chilies in hot water for 15 minutes, then blend with achiote, garlic, oregano, cumin, vinegar, orange juice, salt, and pepper into a smooth marinara.
- 22. Toss the pork slices in the marinara, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 33. Preheat a grill or a large skillet over medium‑high heat; thread marinated pork onto a metal skewer alternating with pineapple slices.
- 44. Cook the stacked skewer, turning occasionally, until the pork is caramelized and slightly charred, about 12‑15 minutes.
- 55. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or a dry pan for 30 seconds per side.
- 66. Slice the cooked pork and pineapple thinly, then assemble each tortilla with meat, pineapple, diced onion, and cilantro.
- 77. Serve immediately with lime wedges and extra salsa if desired.
Source: llm-generated