Best 5 Smoky Pork Tinga Tacos Slow Cooker Recipes
**Smoky Pork Tinga Tacos (Slow Cooker)**
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with our irresistible Smoky Pork Tinga Tacos. This slow-cooker recipe effortlessly transforms humble pork shoulder into succulent, smoky goodness, shredded and enveloped in a rich, tangy sauce. Served on warm tortillas, these tacos are elevated with a vibrant array of toppings, including pickled red onions, creamy avocado slices, and refreshing cilantro.
Accompanying the main recipe are three additional variations to suit diverse preferences. The "Pork Tinga Burrito Bowl" offers a hearty and wholesome meal, featuring tinga-spiced pork atop a bed of fluffy rice, black beans, and roasted corn. For those seeking a vegetarian option, the "Smoky Tofu Tinga Tacos" provide a flavorful twist, using extra-firm tofu as the protein base. And for those with dietary restrictions, the "Whole30 Pork Tinga Tacos" cater to paleo and gluten-free diets, ensuring everyone can savor these delectable tacos.
SMOKY SPICY SLOW-COOKED PORK TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY
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
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
SMOKY PORK TINGA TACOS (SLOW COOKER)
This is a Rick Bayless recipe, from his book Mexican Everyday. I am posting as it is in his cookbook. Note, when I made this, I used the full 4 chilies in adobo sauce and although my husband and I REALLY seriously like heat in our food, this was almost too hot. So if you are sensitive, you may want to cut back on those. We really enjoyed this recipe, I hope someone will try it and hopefully enjoy it as well. This makes enough for 12 people to have 2 each.
Provided by TexasKelly
Categories Pork
Time 6h10m
Yield 24 soft taco's, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Spread potatoes over bottom of a slow cooker and top with pork. In a large bowl, mix the undrained tomatoes with the chipotles, chipotle canning sauce, worcestershire, oregano, garlic, optional onion and 1 1/2 tsp salt. Pour the mixture evenly over the meat and potatoes. Cover and slow cook on high for 6 hours.
- When you are ready to eat, fry the optional chorizo in a medium skillet until thoroughly done, about 4 minutes. Uncover the pork tinga and spoon off any fat that has accumulated on top. Sprinkle on the chorizo, then stir everything together, breaking the pork into smaller pieces (sized for wrapping in tortilla's).
- If there is a lot of liquid, tip it off and boil it rapidly until reduced and syrupy, then stir it back into the meat mixture.
- Taste & season with additional salt if you think it needs it.
- Serve with warm tortillas, crumbled fresh cheese & avocado.
- Note: If you do not have a slow cooker, it says you can do this in a medium sized heavy pot. Lay pork in the pot, top with potatoes, cover with tomato mixture, set lid in place and braise in a 300 degree oven for 2 to 2 1/2 hours until pork is completely tender.
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.
SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN TINGA TACOS
Tinga is a Pueblan dish of braised chicken or pork in a chipotle, tomato and onion sauce, traditionally served on crisp tostadas and finished with toppings like crema, avocado and shredded lettuce. Some versions braise the meat directly in the sauce, while others call for chicken or pork that's already been cooked to be warmed in the sauce. (Some variations include chorizo, too.) The dish is widely popular because it's affordable and versatile, and tastes complex even though it is easy to make. For this slow-cooker adaptation, the bulk of the cook time is hands-off braising. Fresh corn is not traditional in tinga, but it's delicious, adding pops of sweetness and a flavor that echoes the corn tortillas or tostadas. Add one chipotle for a mild spice level or three for a more intense result.
Provided by Sarah DiGregorio
Time 6h20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker, combine the chicken thighs, crushed tomatoes, garlic, chipotle chiles and adobo sauce, tomato paste, vegetable oil, bay leaf, oregano, cumin and half the onion. (Reserve the other half for serving.) Stir to combine and season with 2 teaspoons of salt. Cook on low until the chicken is very tender, about 6 hours.
- About 15 minutes before serving, turn the heat to high and stir in the corn kernels, onion powder and lime juice. Cook until the corn is warmed through, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, if using tortillas, warm them.
- Remove and discard the bay leaf. Using two forks, coarsely shred the chicken. Taste the tinga and add more salt or lime juice if necessary. Serve the tinga on tortillas or tostadas, topped with the remaining sliced onion, the crema and the avocado.
SMOKY PORK & BLACK BEAN TACOS
Mexican pork chilli with a smoky barbecued flavour, served in crispy tortilla shells with ripe avocado
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan, add the onion and cook for 5 mins until softened. Sprinkle over the spices and cook for 1 min more. Add the mince, breaking it up with the back of a wooden spoon, and stir until cooked through.
- Stir the passata and barbecue sauce into the pan along with 4 tbsp water. Increase the heat and allow the sauce to bubble and reduce until it clings to the meat. Add the beans, season and cook for a further 2 mins, then stir in the coriander. Heat the tacos following pack instructions.
- Use the pork and bean mix to fill the tacos, top with slices of avocado, shredded iceberg lettuce and a dollop of soured cream, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 592 calories, Fat 29 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 45 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use a combination of pork shoulder and pork loin. The pork shoulder will provide richness and flavor, while the pork loin will add leanness and texture.
- Be sure to brown the pork before cooking it in the slow cooker. This will help to develop flavor and color.
- Use a variety of spices to flavor the pork. A good starting point is chili powder, cumin, oregano, and garlic powder. You can also add other spices to taste, such as smoked paprika, chipotle powder, or cayenne pepper.
- Add some acidity to the pork, such as lime juice or vinegar. This will help to brighten the flavors and prevent the pork from becoming too heavy.
- Serve the pork tinga tacos with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, and sour cream.
Conclusion:
Smoky pork tinga tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The pork is slow-cooked until it is tender and flavorful, and the smoky chipotle sauce adds a delicious depth of flavor. Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings, and enjoy!
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