Best 5 Szechuan Pork Tacos Recipes

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**Szechuan Pork Tacos: A Culinary Journey to Flavor Town**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with Szechuan pork tacos, a fusion dish that harmoniously blends the bold flavors of Szechuan cuisine with the vibrant spirit of Mexican street food. These tacos are a symphony of taste sensations, featuring tender, slow-cooked pork marinated in a fiery Szechuan sauce, nestled in warm tortillas and adorned with an array of vibrant toppings. Get ready to ignite your taste buds with a delightful assortment of recipes that showcase the versatility and allure of Szechuan pork tacos, ranging from classic to innovative creations. From the traditional Szechuan pork tacos, bursting with heat and spice, to tantalizing variations like the pineapple salsa pork tacos, where the sweetness of pineapple harmonizes with the savory pork, this article offers a culinary journey like no other. So, prepare to tantalize your taste buds, explore diverse flavor combinations, and discover the magic of Szechuan pork tacos, one delectable bite at a time.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SZECHUAN PORK TACOS



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East meets South and Tex-Mex for savory, flavorful Chinese taco. It makes a lot so use for an appetizer party or as a potluck dish.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h55m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
2 pounds boneless pork shoulder butt roast
60 wonton wrappers
Cooking spray
1/3 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar, divided
2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon lime juice, divided
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
4 cups Chinese or napa cabbage, finely shredded
1/4 cup shredded carrot
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced

Steps:

  • Combine the Cajun seasoning, brown sugar and five-spice powder; rub over pork. Place roast in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until meat is tender., Spray 10 wonton wrappers with cooking spray. Fold each wrapper in half diagonally and place over the edge of a 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the pan and immediately pull wrappers apart gently, forming taco shells; set aside. Repeat with remaining wrappers., When pork is cool enough to handle, shred meat with two forks; place in a large bowl. Combine the hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons lime juice and pepper sauce; add to pork and toss to coat., In a large bowl, combine the honey, lime zest and remaining rice vinegar and lime juice. Add the cabbage, carrot, onions and jalapeno; toss to coat. Spoon pork mixture into taco shells; top with coleslaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SZECHUAN PORK (CROCK POT)



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All the pleasure of a Chinese meal right out of the crock pot. Start your rice before the pork is done and everything will be done right on time!

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Pork

Time 4h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs lean boneless pork chops
1 (8 ounce) can sliced bamboo shoots, drained
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
6 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup szechuan hot bean sauce (paste)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons dry sherry
4 teaspoons sesame oil
4 teaspoons sugar
8 garlic cloves, minced
1 -2 teaspoon hot chili oil (optional)

Steps:

  • Trim chops of excess fat and brown on both sides in a skillet on the stove top.
  • Place chops in the bottom of the crock pot and cover with bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, and green onions.
  • Combine remaining ingredients together in a bowl and pour over vegetables.
  • Cook on low for 3-5 hours or until chops are tender and cooked through.
  • Serve hot with cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.4, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 114, Sodium 1267.7, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 10, Protein 41.4

SZECHUAN PORK AND BROCCOLI



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I devised this recipe years ago to use up some leftover pork. Nowadays, we don't wait for leftovers! The spicy dish is easy to prepare, and in addition to broccoli, you can use almost any combination of fresh vegetables.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound fresh lean pork (tenderloin or roast)
6 to 8 green onions
1 medium green or sweet red pepper
1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli
1 large onion
12 edible-pod peas
3 tablespoons peanut oil or vegetable oil
SAUCE:
2 cloves garlic, sliced
2 slices fresh ginger, chopped
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons hot water
2 teaspoons sugar
6 tablespoons ketchup
4 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Cut pork into narrow 1-in. strips, 1/4-in. thick; set aside. (Partially freeze pork first for easier cutting.) Cut green onions, peppers, broccoli and onion into 1-in. pieces; set aside. Combine garlic, ginger, pepper flakes, hot water, sugar, ketchup and soy sauce (or substitute 8 tablespoons prepared Hoisin Sauce for the ketchup and soy sauce); set aside. In wok or large skillet, heat peanut or vegetable oil over high heat. Stir-fry the pork in oil until browned; remove from wok and keep warm. Add more oil if necessary and stir-fry all vegetables tender/crisp. Add pork and sauce mixture; cook until thickened. Serve with boiled rice.

Nutrition Facts :

SZECHUAN PORK



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Make and share this Szechuan Pork recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nimz_

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 lb boneless pork loin, fat removed and thinly sliced into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (I used the full teaspoon and it had a very pleasant heat element to it)
2 tablespoons butter
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1/3 cup sliced green onion
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Blend 2 tablespoon soy sauce and cornstarch in medium bowl.
  • Add pork, tossing to coat well.
  • Blend remaining soy sauce and sherry in small bowl and set aside.
  • Cook and stir crushed red pepper in butter in large skillet over medium heat until pepper turns golden brown.
  • Add pork mixture.
  • Cook and stir for 5 to 7 minutes or until pork is no longer pink.
  • Remove pork from skillet and set aside.
  • Add red pepper, green onions and ginger to same skillet.
  • Cook and stir for 3 minutes or until tender-crisp.
  • Return pork to skillet with sherry mixture and cook for 2-3 minutes more, stirring constantly until pork is cooked.
  • Serve over rice.

SIZZLING PORK TACOS



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Heavily spiced strips of pork shoulder fried crisp in a pan. Warm corn tortillas. Tomatillo salsa and hot sauce. Pair the tacos with a pot of garlicky black beans, an avocado salad and mangoes for dessert, and you've got an incredible dinner for about an hour's work. Go to.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     easy, lunch, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds pork shoulder, not too lean, in thin 1/2-inch strips or cubes
Salt
pepper
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 1/2 teaspoons ground guajillo, ancho or other medium-hot red chile
1 teaspoon toasted, coarsely ground cumin
3 tablespoons vegetable oil or good-quality lard
2 dozen small corn tortillas, ideally 4 1/2 inches, for serving
Tomatillo salsa, for serving
Salsa cruda, for serving
Radishes, trimmed, for serving
Cilantro sprigs, for serving

Steps:

  • Season the pork generously with salt and pepper. Add the garlic, chile powder and cumin, and mix well, massaging the seasoning into the meat with fingers. Let the meat marinate for at least an hour, or refrigerate overnight.
  • Heat the oil in a wide cast iron skillet over medium heat. When the oil looks wavy, add the meat and let it sizzle, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Turn off the heat and keep meat warm.
  • Heat the tortillas on an ungreased hot griddle or cast iron pan. Turn them once or twice until hot and slightly puffed. As they come off the griddle, stack them on a cloth napkin to steam, with another napkin on top.
  • To assemble the tacos, stack 2 hot tortillas on a plate. Spoon on a little sizzled pork, then top with a spoonful of tomatillo salsa and another of salsa cruda. Garnish with radishes and cilantro sprigs. Serve and eat immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 330, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 287 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

Tips:

  • Prep ahead: To save time, marinate the pork overnight or for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Use a hot pan: When searing the pork, make sure the pan is hot enough to create a nice crust. This will help lock in the juices and flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the pork, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the pork from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the pork to your desired doneness: Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F for medium-rare, 155°F for medium, or 165°F for well-done.
  • Make the slaw ahead of time: The slaw can be made up to 2 hours ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • Warm the tortillas: Before serving, warm the tortillas in a skillet or in the microwave until they are pliable.

Conclusion:

Szechuan pork tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The pork is flavorful and tender, the slaw is refreshing and crunchy, and the tortillas are warm and soft. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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