**Pork Tacos: A Culinary Symphony of Mexican Flavors**
Savor the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with our delectable pork tacos. This culinary masterpiece blends perfectly seasoned pork, tender tortillas, and an array of zesty toppings, taking your taste buds on a delightful journey. From the smoky chipotle salsa to the refreshing tomatillo salsa, each recipe brings a unique layer of flavor to this classic Mexican dish. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be crafting authentic tacos that will impress your family and friends. So, prepare to embark on a flavor-filled adventure as we explore the art of making authentic pork tacos.
DEE'S ROAST PORK FOR TACOS
Pork taco meat made in the oven with everyday ingredients. Source: allrecipes.com. Can also be cooked in the crockpot on High for 5 hours, shredded, then put back in crockpot to heat back up. Can substitute taco seasoning for chili powder if you would prefer.
Provided by catmaniacs
Categories Pork
Time 4h15m
Yield 12 Tacos, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
- Place the roast on top of a large piece of aluminum foil. In a small bowl, stir together the green chiles, chili powder, oregano, taco seasoning and garlic. Rub onto the roast. Wrap foil around the roast so that it is completely covered, using additional aluminum foil if necessary. Place on top of a roasting rack in a baking dish, or place a cookie sheet on an oven rack below to catch any leaks.
- Roast the meat for 3 1/2 to 4 hours in the preheated oven, until falling apart. Remove from the oven, and shred into small pieces using two forks. Season with salt to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.5, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 107.3, Sodium 662.7, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.8, Protein 26.6
SIZZLING PORK TACOS
Heavily spiced strips of pork shoulder fried crisp in a pan. Warm corn tortillas. Tomatillo salsa and hot sauce. Pair the tacos with a pot of garlicky black beans, an avocado salad and mangoes for dessert, and you've got an incredible dinner for about an hour's work. Go to.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories easy, lunch, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Season the pork generously with salt and pepper. Add the garlic, chile powder and cumin, and mix well, massaging the seasoning into the meat with fingers. Let the meat marinate for at least an hour, or refrigerate overnight.
- Heat the oil in a wide cast iron skillet over medium heat. When the oil looks wavy, add the meat and let it sizzle, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Turn off the heat and keep meat warm.
- Heat the tortillas on an ungreased hot griddle or cast iron pan. Turn them once or twice until hot and slightly puffed. As they come off the griddle, stack them on a cloth napkin to steam, with another napkin on top.
- To assemble the tacos, stack 2 hot tortillas on a plate. Spoon on a little sizzled pork, then top with a spoonful of tomatillo salsa and another of salsa cruda. Garnish with radishes and cilantro sprigs. Serve and eat immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 330, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 287 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
SLOW-ROASTED PORK FOR TACOS
To make tacos for a crowd, you can't do better than to begin with slow-roasted pork, scented with cumin and coriander, garlic and red pepper. Use shoulder or butt meat and you won't go wrong, as the high fat content makes the meat self-basting. Slow, indirect grilling is ideal, but you don't lose much by cooking the pork in the oven, using moderate heat. Shred and serve on warm tortillas.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, main course
Time 2h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sliver 4 cloves of the garlic and use a thin-bladed knife to poke holes all over the pork; insert garlic slivers in holes.
- Combine the peppercorns, oregano, cumin, cinnamon and coriander in a small skillet and turn the heat to medium. Toast, shaking the pan occasionally, until the mixture is fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Combine the toasted spices, salt and remaining garlic in the container of a small food processor or blender. Turn on the machine and gradually add the orange and lemon juice until you have a smooth purée. Rub all over the pork; let the pork sit at room temperature for up to 2 hours or in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- At least 2 hours before you plan to eat, turn the oven to 300 degrees or prepare a charcoal or gas grill to cook over low indirect heat. Put the pork in a roasting pan in the oven or directly on the grill rack; if you're grilling, cover the grill. Cook, checking occasionally and basting with the pan juices if you're roasting (add water to bottom of pan if mixture dries out), until pork is brown and very, very tender, at least 2 hours. Shred or slice pork and use hot or at room temperature (pork can be refrigerated for up to 2 days).
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 279, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 292 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
DAD'S BASIC MOIST PORK ROAST
This is the best and most basic way to ensure a juicy, perfectly-cooked pork roast every time. This recipe really requires a good thermometer -- either a $10 instant-read type or, even better, the type that pierces the meat and stays in place while connected to an outside-the-oven monitor. If you can swing that, then try your favorite marinade or rub on this recipe. Use your imagination on the rubs and marinades, but ensure you bring your roast directly from the fridge to the roasting pan -- Dad's recipe works best that way.
Provided by CHEFSINGLEDAD
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Roast Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine oil, pepper, and salt in a bowl; rub oil mixture over pork and refrigerate while oven preheats.
- Preheat an oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
- Place a roasting rack in a large roasting pan; arrange pork on the roasting rack.
- Roast in preheated oven until pork with browned, about 30 minutes. Remove pork from oven and reduce oven heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Allow pork to rest uncovered at room temperature for 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read between 115 degrees F (46 degrees C) and 140 degrees F (60 degrees C).
- Return to oven and continue to cook until pork is slightly pink in the center, 15 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Let the roast stand uncovered at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 78.6 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 367.3 mg
BAJA PORK TACOS
This delicious pork tacos recipe is my copycat version of the most excellent Mexican food we ever had, when we were visiting Flagstaff, Arizona. The original recipe used beef instead of pork, but this comes mighty close to the same taste. -Ariella Winn, Mesquite, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 8h10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut roast in half; place in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Mix chiles, taco seasoning and cumin; spoon over pork. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until meat is tender., Remove pork; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. Shred meat with 2 forks. Return to slow cooker; heat through. Serve in tortillas with lettuce and cheese. Freeze option: Place cooled pork mixture in freezer containers; freeze up to 3 months. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring gently and adding a little broth if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic exchanges
Tips:
- For the best carnitas, use a pork shoulder with a good amount of fat. This will help the meat to stay moist and flavorful as it cooks.
- If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can also cook the pork shoulder in a slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours.
- Once the pork is cooked, shred it with two forks. This will make it easier to eat in tacos.
- To make the tacos, simply pile the shredded pork onto a tortilla and top with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.
- Carnitas can also be used in burritos, tortas, and other Mexican dishes.
Conclusion:
Dee's Roast Pork for Tacos is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for any occasion. The pork is slow-cooked until it is fall-apart tender, and then it is shredded and served on tortillas with your favorite toppings. Whether you are having a party or just want a quick and easy dinner, Dee's Roast Pork for Tacos is sure to be a hit.
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