Best 6 Pulled Pork Soft Tacos Recipes

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Are you looking for a drool-worthy pulled pork soft taco recipe that's bursting with flavor? Look no further! This article features three tantalizing variations of pulled pork tacos, each with its unique blend of spices and accompaniments. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more.

The Classic Pulled Pork Soft Tacos offer a perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors. The pulled pork is slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy meat that melts in your mouth. The tangy slaw adds a refreshing crunch, while the creamy chipotle sauce provides a delightful kick.

If you're looking for a more adventurous flavor profile, the Korean-Style Pulled Pork Soft Tacos are a must-try. The pork is marinated in a blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and gochujang, imparting a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavor. Topped with pickled vegetables and a spicy mayo, these tacos are a delightful fusion of Korean and Mexican cuisine.

Last but not least, the Tropical Pulled Pork Soft Tacos offer a unique and refreshing twist on the classic dish. The pulled pork is slow-cooked in a blend of pineapple juice, coconut milk, and tropical spices, resulting in a tender and flavorful meat with a hint of sweetness. Accompanied by a creamy avocado salsa and a zesty pineapple relish, these tacos are sure to transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite.

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

PULLED-PORK TACOS



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Use the tender meat from our Easy Pork Shoulder for these tasty tacos.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Mexican-Inspired Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped chipotle chiles in adobo (seeded for less heat if desired)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 cups Easy Pork Shoulder
8 corn tortillas, warmed
Lime wedges, chopped avocado, chopped raw white onion, fresh cilantro, and salsas, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add garlic, onion, and chiles; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft, 18 to 20 minutes. Add pork and cook until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Serve in tortillas with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 g, Fat 22 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 29 g

PULLED PORK SOFT TACOS



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Put your own spin on delicious and top these quick and easy tacos with incredibly tender pulled pork. Courtesy of the National Pork Board

Provided by National Pork Board

Categories     Pork

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/4 lbs cooked pulled pork, warmed
12 corn tortillas (5 or 6 inch) or 12 flour tortillas (5 or 6 inch)
3 cups shredded iceberg lettuce or 3 cups romaine lettuce
1 cup salsa (purchased or homemade, to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place two tortillas in the skillet and cook until warm and softened, about 30 seconds per side. Fill the tortillas with about 1 1/2 ounces of the pork, 1/4 cup of the lettuce, and 4 teaspoons of the salsa.
  • Repeat with the remaining tortillas and serve. If you prefer to heat all of the tortillas at once, microwave them on high until warm and softened, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.2, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 336.1, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 29.7

PULLED PORK TACOS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 pounds pork shoulder roast
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1 chipotle in adobo plus 1 teaspoon adobo sauce
1/2 cup beer, such as Modelo Especial
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest (1/2 orange)
12 flour tortillas
8 radishes, thinly sliced
1 small head savoy cabbage, thinly sliced
1/2 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 avocado, diced
3 Roma tomatoes, chopped
3 limes, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • For the pulled pork: In a small bowl, mix together the cumin, coriander, salt and oregano. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork roast.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork roast and brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Meanwhile, in a 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, combine the onion, garlic, chipotle and adobo sauce, beer, and orange zest. Add the browned roast along with any pan juices. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 6 hours.
  • When the pork is cooked and fork tender, shred it using two forks. Add the shredded meat back to the slow cooker and toss with the onions and cooking juices. Keep warm in the slow cooker for people to help themselves and assemble the tacos with all the garnishes.

KOREAN PULLED PORK TACOS



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I created this surprising pulled pork recipe to replicate our favorite food truck tacos at home. They're a little sweet, a little spicy and totally delicious any time of year. -Julie Orr, Fullerton, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
3 teaspoons chili powder
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (4-5 pounds)
SLAW:
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Sriracha chili sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, optional
ASSEMBLY:
20 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
Thinly sliced green onions and additional Sriracha chili sauce, optional

Steps:

  • Whisk together first 8 ingredients. Place roast in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Pour soy sauce mixture over top. Cook, covered, on low until pork is tender, 8-10 hours. , About 1 hour before serving, mix first 5 slaw ingredients until blended. Place coleslaw mix in a large bowl; toss with dressing and, if desired, sesame seeds. Refrigerate, covered, until serving., Remove roast; skim fat from cooking juices. Shred pork with 2 forks; return to slow cooker and heat through. Serve in tortillas with slaw. If desired, serve with green onions and additional chili sauce. Freeze option: Freeze cooled pork mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water or broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603 calories, Fat 29g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 1177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

PULLED PORK TACOS



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Very easy, but tasty enough for company. You really have to try this to see how something so simple can be so tasty. Great for football season, put it in the oven in the morning and be ready to eat late afternoon. So good. I usually buy the biggest pork shoulder I can find and double the recipe and time accordingly.

Provided by axxo3846

Categories     Pork

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 -2 1/2 lbs boneless pork shoulder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 cup apricot jam
2 jalapenos, sliced into rings and seeded
1 red onion, roughly chopped
8 small tortillas, warmed
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300°F
  • Place 2 large sheets of aluminum foil on a work surface, one atop the other. Place the pork in the center of the foil and season on all sides with the salt, pepper, and cumin.
  • Spoon the jam over the pork, turning to coat. Scatter the jalapeños and onion around the pork. Fold the double layer of foil around the pork and crimp the edges to seal tightly.
  • Place in a baking dish. Roast until fork-tender, about 4 hours; let cool.
  • Unwrap the pork, reserving the juices and discarding the foil. Use a fork to shred the pork. Transfer to a bowl. Pour the cooking juices, onion, and jalapeños over the pork and toss.
  • Serve with the tortillas, cilantro, and lime wedges.
  • Tip: The best place to warm the tortillas is in the oven: it's quicker than a skillet and less drying than a microwave. As soon as you remove the pork, turn off the heat, wrap the tortillas in foil, and warm them for 10 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655, Fat 35.6, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 107.5, Sodium 1088.6, Carbohydrate 52.5, Fiber 3, Sugar 13.9, Protein 31.1

PORK SOFT TACOS



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A delicious way to serve pork tenderloin. Make sure you have all the traditional taco fixings to serve with these.

Provided by Budgiegirl

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 (8 ounce) package sliced white mushrooms
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 pork tenderloin, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2 cup salsa
3 (6 inch) fat free tortillas
1/4 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat.
  • Add the mushrooms and onion. Cook until tender, about 6 minutes, transfer to a bowl.
  • Sprinkle the pork with salt and add to the skillet; sprinkle with cumin seeds.
  • Cook over high heat, stirring until the pork is browned, about 3 minutes. Stir in the salsa and mushroom mixture. Cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer to a bowl and wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel.
  • Spray the skillet with nonstick spray and set over medium heat.
  • Cook tortillas, one at a time, just until golden on the bottom, about 1 ½ minutes. Place the tortillas, toasted side up on a work surface.
  • Spread the pork mixture ( about 2/3 cup) over half of each tortilla and sprinkle with one third cheese.
  • Fold the unfilled tortilla half over the filling.
  • Spray the skillet with the nonstick spray and set over medium heat.
  • Add the tacos to the skillet and cook, turning once with a large spatula, until golden, about 1 minute on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.1, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 8.4, Sodium 701.9, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 5.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder or pork butt are the best cuts for pulled pork because they are well-marbled and flavorful. Avoid leaner cuts like pork loin or tenderloin, as they will dry out during the cooking process.
  • Use a flavorful rub: The rub is what gives pulled pork its distinctive flavor, so don't skimp on the ingredients. Use a combination of spices, herbs, and salt to create a rub that is both flavorful and savory.
  • Cook the pork low and slow: Pulled pork is best cooked low and slow over a long period of time. This allows the meat to break down and become tender, while the flavors from the rub have time to penetrate the meat.
  • Don't overcook the pork: Pulled pork is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 205 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooking the pork will make it dry and tough.
  • Shred the pork: Once the pork is cooked, shred it using two forks. This will make it easier to serve and eat.
  • Serve the pulled pork on soft tacos with your favorite toppings: Pulled pork tacos are a classic Mexican dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Serve the pulled pork on soft tacos with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Pulled pork is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you serve it on tacos, sandwiches, or nachos, pulled pork is sure to be a hit. With these tips, you can easily make delicious pulled pork at home.

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