Best 5 Pork Tacos With Poblano Pico And Lime Crema Recipes

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**Pork Tacos with Poblano Pico and Lime Crema: A Symphony of Mexican Flavors**

Savor the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with these delectable pork tacos. Slow-cooked pork shoulder, infused with a blend of spices, onions, and garlic, takes center stage. Accompanying this succulent filling is a vibrant poblano pico de gallo, bursting with fresh, tangy flavors. A dollop of creamy, tangy lime crema adds a touch of richness to balance the lively flavors. These pork tacos are not just a meal; they are a delectable adventure that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico. Embark on this culinary journey, and discover the harmony of flavors that make these tacos a true fiesta for the senses.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas:** This recipe guides you through the art of creating tender and flavorful carnitas using your trusty slow cooker. The aromatic blend of spices and the slow cooking process infuse the pork with an unforgettable taste, making it the perfect filling for your tacos.

2. **Poblano Pico de Gallo:** Learn how to make this refreshing and vibrant salsa, featuring roasted poblano peppers, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños. The smokiness of the roasted peppers and the zesty kick of the jalapeños create a perfect balance of flavors that complement the pork carnitas beautifully.

3. **Lime Crema:** Discover the simplicity and versatility of this creamy sauce. Made with sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, and garlic, it adds a cooling and tangy touch to the tacos. Whether you drizzle it over the fillings or use it as a dipping sauce, this lime crema will elevate your taco experience to new heights.

4. **Assembly:** The final chapter of your culinary journey, this section provides step-by-step instructions on assembling your pork tacos. From layering the carnitas and pico de gallo to drizzling the lime crema, you'll learn how to create a taco that not only satisfies your taste buds but also delights your eyes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PORK TACOS WITH WHITE CHEDDAR, POBLANO PICO, AND LIME CREMA



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Preheat oven to 450°F. Drizzle olive oil over the poblano and jalapeño and roast for about 5 minutes on each side, until blistered. Remove from oven. When

Provided by Shea Goldstein

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 poblano pepper
1 jalapeño
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 can petite diced tomatoes
½ yellow onion, diced
1 Tbsp white vinegar
½ lime, juiced
1 handful cilantro, chopped
Salt, to taste
½ lime, juiced
⅓ cup sour cream
1 lb pulled pork, shredded
½ cup chicken stock
2 tsp Cholula (or hot sauce)
2 cups white cheddar, shredded
6 flour tortillas
1 handful fresh cilantro
1 cup pickled jalapeño peppers
1 cup green leaf lettuce, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F. Drizzle olive oil over the poblano and jalapeño and roast for about 5 minutes on each side, until blistered. Remove from oven. When peppers have cooled, dice and add remaining ingredients; cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Make lime crema by whisking together the lime and sour cream; refrigerate until ready to use. Heat the pork in a large pan over medium heat with stock and hot sauce, stirring to combine. Reduce heat to medium low, cover, and let simmer for about 10 minutes. Assemble tacos by adding pork, cheese, pico, lettuce, cilantro, crema, and jalapeños.

Nutrition Facts :

PORK TACOS WITH POBLANO PICO AND LIME CREMA



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These tacos are bursting with layers of goodness! The pico packs a nice punch of flavor thanks to the poblano and jalapeno. The pork is juicy and spicy. The lime crema has a bit of tang and cools things down. A fiesta for your mouth!

Provided by Shea Goldstein

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 22

POBLANO PICO DE GALLO
1 large poblano pepper
1 large jalapeno pepper
1 Tbsp olive oil
15 oz petite diced tomatoes, canned
1/2 large yellow onion, diced
1 Tbsp white vinegar
1/2 small lime, juiced
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 Tbsp salt
LIME CREMA
1/2 large lime, juiced
1/3 c sour cream
TACOS
1 lb leftover pork loin, chopped or shredded
1/2 c chicken stock
2 Tbsp hot sauce
2 c white cheddar, shredded
1 pkg flour tortillas
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
1/2 c pickled jalapenos, sliced
1 c green leaf lettuce, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • 2. Drizzle olive oil over the poblano and jalapeno and roast for about 5 minutes on each side, until blistered. Remove from oven.
  • 3. When peppers have cooled, dice and add remaining ingredients; cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • 4. Make lime crema by whisking together the lime and sour cream; refrigerate until ready to use.
  • 5. Heat the pork in a large pan over medium heat with stock and hot sauce, stirring to combine. Reduce heat to medium low, cover and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • 6. Assemble tacos by adding pork, cheese, pico, lettuce, cilantro, crema and jalapenos.

POBLANO AND GROUND PORK TACOS



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Pork and poblano tacos with kiwi salsa and lime crema.

Provided by taltos531

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 Roma tomato, seeded and finely chopped
1 ripe kiwi, diced
1 lime, quartered, divided
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, divided
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 tablespoons sour cream
olive oil
1 poblano pepper - cored, seeded, and finely chopped
10 ounces ground pork
1 tablespoon Mexican seasoning
2 tablespoons chicken stock
1 tablespoon tomato paste
6 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Mince a few slices of onion to get 1 tablespoon. Add minced onion, tomato, kiwi, juice from 2 lime wedges, 3/4 of the cilantro, salt, and pepper to a small bowl. Mix into a salsa.
  • Juice 1/4 of the lime into another small bowl; mix in sour cream to make the crema.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add sliced onion and poblano pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until softened and lightly charred, 3 to 4 minutes. Add pork and Mexican seasoning. Cook until pork is browned throughout, 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add chicken stock, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until everything is coated, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Wrap tortillas in a damp cloth and microwave for 30 seconds. Divide tortillas over plates; spread cream on top. Top tortillas with pork mixture and salsa. Garnish with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Cholesterol 34.8 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 659.7 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

LIME-CILANTRO PORK TACOS



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Make and share this Lime-Cilantro Pork Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LMillerRN

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 8 tacos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into thin strips
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced onions
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped plum tomato
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle pork with salt and black pepper. Add oil to pan.
  • Add pork, and saute 4 minutes or until browned Remove pork from pan; place in a bowl. Add onion and jalapeno to pan. Add broth; reduce heat, and simmer for 1 minute, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Stir in tomato; simmer 2 minutes.
  • Return pork and accumulated juices to pan. Stir in cilantro and lime juice; cook 1 minute or until pork in done.
  • Heat tortillas according to package directions. Spoon 1/2 cup pork mixture into each tortilla; roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.9, Fat 12.9, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 73.8, Sodium 742.8, Carbohydrate 50.7, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 5, Protein 31.4

PORK AND CORN TACOS WITH CILANTRO-LIME CREMA



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This is based on a Hello Fresh recipe but with a few changes as the original is bland. If desired, include Cheddar, cotija, or queso fresco cheese.

Provided by vpecchia

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican     Main Dishes     Tacos

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 medium lime
2 medium shallots, thinly sliced
1 medium jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced, or to taste
½ teaspoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup sour cream
½ medium lime, juiced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon water, or as needed
1 (16 ounce) package frozen corn kernels
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon salted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds ground pork
4 teaspoons ancho chile powder
4 teaspoons taco seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup water
8 (6 inch) warm corn tortillas, or as needed

Steps:

  • Prepare pickled vegetables: zest and juice the lime. Set zest aside for cilantro-lime crema. Combine lime juice with shallots, jalapeno, sugar, and salt in a small bowl; set aside. Stir occasionally while preparing the rest of the meal.
  • Prepare cilantro-lime crema: combine reserved lime zest with sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, and ancho chili powder in a small bowl. Add water, a little at a time, until crema has a pourable consistency. Refrigerate until needed.
  • Prepare charred corn: place frozen corn in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high until thawed, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread corn between two paper towels and blot to dry.
  • Heat a large dry pan over medium-high heat. Spread corn evenly in the pan and roast until browned on the bottom, about 3 minutes. Stir and continue to cook until charred on all sides, 5 to 7 minutes more. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  • Prepare pork tacos: combine butter and olive oil in the same pan over medium-high heat until butter has melted. Cook and stir pork in the hot pan until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in 4 teaspoons chile powder, taco seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, bouillon powder, salt, and pepper. Add water and cook until liquid has reduced and mixture has thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Taste and adjust spices as needed.
  • While the liquid is reducing, drain the pickling juice from the vegetables and pour it into the corn. Stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon chile powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Fill warm tortillas with pork and corn. Top with pickled vegetables and drizzle with crema.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.1 g, Cholesterol 83.7 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 319.7 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Tips:

  • To make the pork tacos more flavorful, marinate the pork in a mixture of spices and citrus juice for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Use a combination of ground pork and ground beef for a more complex flavor.
  • Cook the pork over medium heat until it is cooked through, but not dry.
  • For the poblano pico, use a combination of ripe and roasted poblano peppers for a smoky flavor.
  • Add some chopped cilantro and lime juice to the poblano pico for extra freshness.
  • For the lime crema, use a combination of sour cream, mayonnaise, and lime juice for a creamy and tangy sauce.
  • Serve the pork tacos with the poblano pico, lime crema, and your favorite toppings, such as shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

These pork tacos with poblano pico and lime crema are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of flavors and textures in these tacos is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these pork tacos a try. You won't be disappointed!

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