Embark on a culinary journey to savor the tantalizing flavors of slow-roasted pork tacos, a dish that harmonizes the richness of succulent pork with the vibrant zest of Mexican spices. This article presents an array of delectable recipes that cater to diverse preferences, ensuring an unforgettable taco experience for every palate. From the classic carnitas, brimming with juicy shredded pork, to the tantalizing al pastor, featuring succulent pork marinated in achiote and pineapple, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more. Dive into the world of slow-roasted pork tacos and discover the culinary artistry that transforms simple ingredients into a symphony of taste.
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CARNITAS (MEXICAN SLOW COOKER PULLED PORK)
Recipe VIDEO above. Spiciness: Not at all. Scale recipe using Servings slider.These carnitas capture that elusive combination of flavourful, juicy AND crispiness. Pan frying to get the golden bits is not optional! Broiling/grilling will not produce the same results. Stuff them in tacos for an authentic Carnitas Tacos experience, see notes for other uses! FAQ below recipe.
Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats
Categories Slow cooking
Time 6h15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Rinse and dry the pork shoulder, rub all over with salt and pepper.
- Combine the Rub ingredients then rub all over the pork.
- Place the pork in a slow cooker (fat cap up), top with the onion, jalapeño, minced garlic (don't worry about spreading it) and squeeze over the juice of the oranges.
- Slow Cook on low for 10 hours or on high for 7 hours. (Note 2 for other cook methods)
- Pork should be tender enough to shred. Remove from slow cooker and let cool slightly. Then shred using two forks.
- Optional: Skim off the fat from the juices remaining in the slow cooker and discard.
- If you have a lot more than 2 cups of juice, then reduce it down to about 2 cups. The liquid will be salty, it is the seasoning for the pork. Set liquid aside - don't bother straining onion etc, it's super soft.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 205 g, Calories 578 kcal, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Protein 45 g, Fat 42 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 173 mg, Sodium 616 mg, Sugar 0.5 g, UnsaturatedFat 23.1 g
SLOW-COOKED PORK TACOS
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
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
SLOW-COOKED PORK TACOS WITH FIRE-ROASTED TOMATOES AND PICKLED ONIONS
Steps:
- For the pork:
- To the sleeve of a slow cooker add onion, garlic, tomatoes, chipotle peppers, Worcestershire sauce, and cilantro. Add pork and season with salt and pepper. Cover and slow cook on high for 4 to 6 hours until tender.
- For the pickled onions:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, add vinegar, sugar, red pepper flakes and salt, heat until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and add onions and dried oregano. When mixture is cool pour into a quart container. You may need to add a bit of water just to cover. (Keep at room temperature for about 6 hours then place in the refrigerator.)
- Remove pork from slow cooker and shred using 2 forks. Toss with 1/2 cup of the liquid from the slow cooker.
- To serve, place 1/4 cup of the pork on a tortilla, top with cabbage, avocado, onions, sour cream and cilantro. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
SLOW-COOKER PORK TACOS
For an easy Mexican meal, set and forget seasoned pork shoulder for this Slow-Cooker Pork Tacos recipe from Food Network Magazine.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 5h36m
Yield about 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Put the ancho and pasilla chiles and the garlic in a bowl; add 2 to 3 tablespoons water. Microwave on high until soft and pliable, 2 to 3 minutes. Stem and seed the chiles; peel the garlic. Transfer the chiles and garlic to a blender.
- Add the chipotles, onion, 2 tablespoons olive oil, honey, vinegar, 1 tablespoon salt and the oregano to the blender; puree until smooth. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over high heat; add the chile sauce and fry, stirring, until thick and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Pour in the broth and reduce until slightly thickened.
- Season the pork all over with salt and pepper and transfer to a large slow cooker. Add the bay leaves and cinnamon stick, then pour in the sauce. Cover and cook on high until the meat is tender, about 5 hours. (Or cook the meat in a large Dutch oven, covered, for 1 hour 45 minutes at 350 degrees; uncover and cook 30 more minutes.)
- Discard the bay leaves and cinnamon stick. Shred the pork with 2 forks; season with salt and pepper. Serve the shredded pork in the tortillas, along with toppings.
DEE'S ROAST PORK FOR TACOS
This is a dish that will make your tongue jump out of your mouth, slap you in the face, and say 'Oh yeah'. Put meat and maybe some Pico De Gallo or salsa into warm tortillas to make tacos.
Provided by RMARMOLEJO
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 4h15m
Yield 12
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. Cook to at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Remove from the oven, and shred into small pieces using two forks. Season with salt to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 59.5 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 599.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
TENDER SLOW COOKED PORK ROAST
This is a great recipe for the slow cooker. It comes out tasting great and is very tender every time. If desired, skim fat from pan juices and thicken with flour for gravy.
Provided by Sarah
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Roast Recipes
Time 8h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place pork roast into a slow cooker. Mix tomato sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and ground mustard in a bowl, stirring to dissolve sugar; pour mixture over pork roast. Cook on Low until meat is very tender, about 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 89.4 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1567.2 mg, Sugar 14 g
SLOW-COOKED PORK ROAST
Here's a tasty meal that's wonderful for summer because the oven never needs to heat up. It is so flavorful and is sure to become a favorite. -Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first 9 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. , Meanwhile, cut roast in half. In a nonstick skillet heat oil over medium heat; add pork roast and brown on all sides. , Place pork roast in a 5-qt. slow cooker; pour sauce over pork and turn to coat. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until meat is tender. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
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:
- Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder (also known as pork butt) is the best cut for slow-roasted pork tacos.
- Use a flavorful marinade: A good marinade will help to infuse the pork with flavor and keep it moist during the cooking process.
- Slow-cook the pork: The key to tender, juicy pork is to cook it slowly and low. This can be done in a slow cooker, oven, or Dutch oven.
- Shred the pork: Once the pork is cooked, shred it with two forks or use a meat shredder.
- Make your own taco seasoning: It's easy to make your own taco seasoning at home, and it's much more flavorful than store-bought seasoning packets.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients you use, the better your tacos will taste.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make slow-roasted pork tacos. Get creative and try different ingredients and flavors.
Conclusion:
Slow-roasted pork tacos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for a party or a casual weeknight meal. With a little planning and effort, you can make slow-roasted pork tacos that will impress your friends and family.
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