Mexican Tacos al Pastor with Pineapple and Onions
Tacos al Pastor features marinated pork with pineapple and onions, grilled, and served in corn tortillas. Ready in 40 minutes.
Tacos al Pastor brings a fusion of flavors with marinated pork and sweet pineapple. It's a classic street food staple loved by many.
Why This Recipe Works
Flavor Balance: The sweetness of pineapple balances the savory marinated pork, enhancing the overall taste.
Texture Contrast: Grilling pork and pineapple adds a delightful char, contrasting with the soft corn tortillas.
Quick Assembly: This recipe allows for quick preparation and assembly, making it perfect for weeknight dinners.
Chef's Pro Tip: For best results, let the pork marinate for at least 30 minutes to deepen the flavors.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
40 min
Servings
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
Marinate the sliced pork with adobo sauce, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- 2
Grill the marinated pork slices on medium heat for about 10-12 minutes until fully cooked.
- 3
While pork cooks, grill pineapple slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until caramelized.
- 4
Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side.
- 5
Assemble tacos by placing grilled pork, pineapple, and diced onion on each tortilla.
- 6
Serve tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
12g
carbs
38g
fiber
3g
sodium
600mg
protein
24g
calories
350
