Best 2 Slow Cooked Pork Tacos Recipes

**Savor the Authentic Flavors of Slow-Cooked Pork Tacos: A Culinary Journey to Mexican Delights**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our slow-cooked pork tacos, a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Mexico. This delectable dish showcases tender, succulent pork shoulder slow-cooked to perfection, infused with an aromatic blend of spices and herbs. Nestled in warm tortillas, the pork is complemented by a medley of fresh toppings, including zesty salsa, creamy guacamole, tangy pickled onions, and a sprinkling of fragrant cilantro. Each bite is a fiesta of textures and flavors, offering a harmonious balance of savory, sweet, and tangy notes. Indulge in this authentic Mexican delight, perfect for gatherings with friends and family or as a delightful weeknight dinner. Discover the detailed recipe and additional variations within this article, ensuring you create the most flavorful and unforgettable slow-cooked pork tacos every time.

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SLOW-COOKED PORK TACOS

Slow-Cooked Pork Tacos image

This wonderful taco filling also tastes great wrapped in Bibb lettuce leaves. I like to use any leftovers to make burritos the next day. -Kathleen Wolf, Naperville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless pork sirloin chops, cut into 2-inch pieces
1-1/2 cups salsa verde
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce
10 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, cubed avocado, reduced-fat sour cream, shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese and sliced green onions

Steps:

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients except tortillas and toppings. Cook, covered, on high until meat is tender, 4-5 hours. , Shred pork with two forks. Serve in tortillas; top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 596mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SMOKY SPICY SLOW-COOKED PORK TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY

Smoky Spicy Slow-Cooked Pork Tacos Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless pork shoulder, achiote paste, McCormick dark chili powder, ancho chile powder, hot chipotle chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, white vinegar, pineapple juice, medium onion

Provided by Elizabeth Jones

Categories Appetizers

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

5 lb boneless pork shoulder
2 tablespoons achiote paste
2 tablespoons McCormick dark chili powder
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
½ tablespoon hot chipotle chili powder, (adjust amount based on your preferred level of spice)
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 ½ tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon salt
½ tablespoon pepper
½ cup white vinegar
6 oz pineapple juice, (one small can) or mango juice
1 medium onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

Mix all dry ingredients together in a bowl.
Add white vinegar and mix spices together, dissolving the achiote paste. Then, add the mango or pineapple juice.
In your crock pot, lay down a layer of sliced onions.
Pour in just enough of the marinade to cover the bottom of the crock pot. Then, place your meat into the crock pot.
Pour the rest of the marinade into the crock pot, completely coating the meat.
Lay the remainder of the sliced onions on top of the meat.
Place the lid on the crock pot and cook on low for 10 hours or overnight.
Remove the tender cooked meat from the crock pot, leaving the juices in the crock pot. Then, shred the meat and return to the crock pot. Combine the meat and juices well.
Serve meat in soft, warm tortillas alongside desired garnishes of choice. (Garnish: Diced onion, chopped cilantro, lime wedges and salsa)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

Pork shoulder is a great cut of meat for slow cooking as it becomes tender and juicy when cooked low and slow. If you don't have pork shoulder, you can use pork butt or pork loin.

Brown the pork shoulder in a large skillet before slow cooking. This will help to develop flavor and color.

Add a variety of seasonings to the slow cooker with the pork shoulder, such as chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper.

Add some liquid to the slow cooker, such as chicken broth or water. This will help to keep the pork moist and prevent it from drying out.

Cook the pork shoulder on low for 8-10 hours, or until it is tender and falls apart easily.

Once the pork shoulder is cooked, shred it with two forks. You can then use the shredded pork to make tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or any other Mexican dish.