Best 8 Texican Shredded Pork Recipes

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**Texican Shredded Pork: A Fusion of Mexican and Texan Flavors**

Indulge in the tantalizing Texican Shredded Pork, a culinary masterpiece that harmoniously blends the vibrant flavors of Mexican and Texan cuisines. Slow-cooked pork shoulder, marinated in a blend of aromatic spices, tenderizes to perfection, resulting in succulent, fall-off-the-bone meat. This versatile dish can be enjoyed in various forms, from tacos and burritos to enchiladas and tortas.

Embrace the culinary journey as we unveil three delectable recipes that showcase the versatility of Texican Shredded Pork. The Classic Texican Shredded Pork Tacos recipe presents a traditional presentation with tender pork nestled in warm tortillas and topped with your favorite taco fixings. For a taste of Tex-Mex fusion, try the Texican Shredded Pork Enchiladas recipe, where the pork is enveloped in a savory enchilada sauce and melted cheese. Craving a hearty sandwich? Look no further than the Texican Shredded Pork Tortas recipe, a delightful combination of shredded pork, refried beans, and avocado, all nestled in a soft bolillo roll.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN STYLE SHREDDED PORK



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This is an amazing shredded pork recipe similar to what you would eat in a rice bowl (or in an enchilada) at a Mexican restaurant. It is easy to prepare and simmers in a slow cooker all day, ready to enjoy when you arrive home. I serve it over rice (laced with lime juice and fresh cilantro), Cheddar cheese, salsa, guacamole, and a dollop of sour cream. Amazing!

Provided by TORA.V

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 7h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (3 pound) boneless pork loin roast, cut into 2 inch pieces
½ teaspoon salt
2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chile peppers
3 cloves garlic, crushed
¼ cup chipotle sauce
3 ¼ cups water, divided
1 ½ cups uncooked long grain white rice
¼ cup fresh lime juice
¼ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Place the roast in a slow cooker, and season with salt. Place chile peppers and garlic on top of roast. Pour in the chipotle sauce and 1/2 cup water.
  • Cover, and cook 7 hours on Low.
  • In a pot, bring remaining 2 3/4 cups water and rice to a boil. Mix in the lime juice and cilantro. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Remove roast from the slow cooker, and use two forks to shred. Return pork to the slow cooker, and allow to sit 15 minutes to absorb some of the liquid. Serve over the cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 107.7 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 41.1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 802.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

EASY PORK CARNITAS (MEXICAN PULLED PORK)



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Easy pork carnitas are sure to win you over. They come out just right - and that means crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside!

Provided by Natalya Drozhzhin

Categories     Easy

Time 5h40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 lb boneless pork roast
3 Tbsp fine sea salt ((or 2 1/2 tsp table salt))
1 Tbsp ground black pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1 large onion (diced)
5 garlic cloves
4 Tbsp lime juice ((from 2 limes))
1/2 cup orange juice ((from 2 oranges))
1 cup chicken broth
2 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Pat the pork dry with a paper towel. Combine salt, pepper and dried oregano and rub pork with the seasoning.
  • In the slow cooker, add chopped onion, garlic cloves, broth, lime juice, orange juice, and bay leaves.
  • Add the pork to the slow cooker. Cook on high for 5 hours or on low for 7-8 hours.
  • Remove the pork from the slow cooker. Shredded the pork with two forks. Keep the juice.
  • To get crispy edges, transfer the shredded pork to a baking sheet. Pour ½ cup of the juices on top of the meat and broil it for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 52 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 143 mg, Sodium 2738 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW COOKER MEXICAN PULLED PORK TACOS



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Try these pulled pork tacos made with slow cooker Mexican pulled pork! The pork is rubbed with spices, slow-cooked, shredded and served with tortillas in tacos or burritos.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Dinner     Slow Cooker

Time 8h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the spice rub:
4 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon kosher salt (if using regular table salt, only use 2 teaspoons)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Scant pinch of ground cloves
For the pork:
3 1/2 pound boneless pork shoulder roast
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
For the tacos:
Sliced avocado
Sliced radishes
Thinly sliced cabbage
Warm tortillas, corn or flour
Fresh squeezed lime juice
Salsa

Steps:

  • Brown the roast: Heat the olive oil in a frying pan on medium high heat. (If you are using a slow cooker with a removable container that can be used on the stove top, use that. Otherwise, use a separate pan.) Place the roast in the pan and brown on all sides.
  • Serve warm: Serve with warm tortillas, avocados, shredded cabbage, sliced radishes, cilantro, and a splash of lime juice or salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 119 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 483 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 31 g, ServingSize Serves 8, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY MEXICAN PORK BURRITOS



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Pork butt roast and taco or burrito seasoning are a combination to die for! This recipe originally came from my Aunt Pennie. I've tweaked it to our liking though. My whole family loves these! When we have friends over for dinner, this is the perfect meal to prepare. I usually make about 20-24 burritos from one batch of filling. Serve with lettuce, tomato, green onion, sour cream, salsa, avocado, black olives, and Cheddar cheese, if desired.

Provided by Carolyn Craft Kirkman

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 3h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds bone-in pork shoulder roast
1 onion, sliced
6 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
6 cups water, or as needed to cover
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles, or to taste
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
20 (10 inch) flour tortillas
¼ cup vegetable oil, divided

Steps:

  • Bring pork shoulder roast, onion, garlic, and 1 package taco seasoning to a boil in a large pot with enough water to cover. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender and no longer pink in the center, 2 to 3 hours. Check water level every 45 minutes, adding more as needed. Reserve about 1 cup cooking liquid.
  • Shred pork with a fork, discarding excess fat and bone. Stir in tomatoes, refried beans, green chiles, and remaining package of taco seasoning. If the mixture is too dry, add reserved cooking liquid.
  • Spread pork mixture evenly down the center of each tortilla; sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Fold bottom and top edges of each tortilla over filling; roll sides up to enclose filling completely.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil a large skillet over medium heat; fry burritos in batches, seam sides down, until tortillas are golden, about 2 minutes per side. Drain fried burritos on a paper towel-lined plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 52.1 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 1028.2 mg, Sugar 3 g

10 BEST MEXICAN PORK RECIPE COLLECTION



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Try these authentic Mexican pork recipes for dinners that are sure to please! From carnitas to burritos to tacos, everyone will love these dishes.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 10

Carnitas (Mexican Slow Cooker Pulled Pork)
Pulled Pork Burrito
Mexican Pork Stew
Tacos Al Pastor
Spicy Pork Tacos with Red Cabbage Slaw
Cochinita Pibil
Pulled Pork Enchiladas (Pork Carnitas)
Crockpot Chalupas
Tamales
Pozole Rojo (Mexican Pork and Hominy Stew)

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a Mexican pork dish in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

TEXICAN SHREDDED PORK



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This is an excellent recipe for filling tostados, tacos or burritos. Originally from a September 1989 issue of Bon Appetitthat that featured a "Do It Yourself Tostada Party" in the Cooking for Friends section. It can be made 2 days ahead, covered and refrigerated and rewarmed before serving.Stewing beef can also be substituted for the pork if you prefer.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Pork

Time 2h25m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 large jalapeno pepper, minced (with seeds)
2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 2 inch cubes
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 pinch ground allspice
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
2 cups beef stock or 2 cups canned low sodium beef broth
2 cups chicken stock or 2 cups canned low sodium chicken broth
2 bay leaves, crumbled
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add onion and jalapeno and cook until soft, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  • Add pork and stir until brown on all sides, about 7 minutes.
  • Mix in chile powder and next 6 ingredients (cumin through allspice) and cook 2 minutes.
  • Add garlic and tomato paste and cook 3 minutes.
  • Stir in all remaining ingredients, except cilantro; reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  • Uncover and simmer until pork is tender and shreds easily, about 1 hour.
  • Remove pork from liquid using slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Increase heat to medium and boil cooking liquid until reduced to 1 1/2 cups, about 35 minutes.
  • Shred pork using fingers; mix into sauce.
  • (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate;rewarm over medium-low heat, stirring frequently.).
  • Spoon into serving bowl and sprinkle with cilantro.

MEXICAN PORK



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My first time making this dish was a hit with everyone in my family, both young and old. Serve with black beans, white rice or use as meat for tacos, enchiladas or tamales! -Amy Vazquez, Brandon, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h20m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 bone-in pork shoulder roast (4 to 5 pounds)
1 can (28 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
Flour tortillas (8 inches), optional
Toppings of your choice

Steps:

  • Cut roast in half; place in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with enchilada sauce, green pepper, onion and garlic. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. , Remove roast; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. Remove meat from bone; discard bone. Shred pork with 2 forks and return to slow cooker., Stir in the cilantro, lime juice and lime zest; heat through. Serve with a slotted spoon on tortillas, if desired, with toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 280mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

MEXICAN SHREDDED PORK



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If you have ever been to a taco shop or a Mexican restaurants and wondered how they make the meat for their dishes then here it is. Once you make the meat, you can store it for the week in your refrigerator and use it whenever you want to throw together a quick taco or burrito, and even as stuffing for "Enchiladas Fantastico."

Provided by Cujo4x

Categories     Pork

Time 5h

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 -3 lbs pork butt
1 medium onion
1 (7 ounce) can poblano peppers
1 tablespoon cumin
4 tablespoons chili powder
salt
crushed black pepper
4 tablespoons corn oil
1/2 cup chicken stock or 1/2 cup beef stock

Steps:

  • In a large skillet place corn oil and bring to high heat (careful!). Sear pork butt on all sides. Should be browned on all sides.
  • Let pork butt rest on cutting board until cool enough to handle. Rub cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper on all sides of pork.
  • In large cast iron or equivalent make dutch oven style pan, place chicken stock. Add pork butt.
  • Peel and slice into disk onion. Place onion on top of pork.
  • Open can of poblanos and remove peppers, save sauce. Place poblanos on onions.
  • Cover pan and set burner to lowest setting (May also be done in oven) allow to slow cook.
  • Periodically it may be necessary to remove excess fluid from pan as meat cooks down.
  • After approx 4 hours check to see if meat falls apart when prodded with fork. (Don't worry if it doesn't. I was told 4 hours of cooking time, my first time it took closer to eight before it flaked apart with a fork) If it doesn't flake apart, continue to cook covered and check each hour.
  • When meat falls apart, remove any bones. Drain off liquid. Stir in poblano sauce left from can.
  • You may use immediately for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, flautas, or any other Mexican dish requiring shredded pork.
  • I recommend adding a dash of rock salt. Keep refrigerated until needed. This meat easily reheats for that quick taco fix.
  • Note: EXPERIMENT! I substitute Beer for the chicken stock. Add a chunk of fatty beef that has been seered on all sides to the pot, and WOW! I also add a few fresh Jalepenos cut in half with the tops removed. See what works for you.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.1, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 40.2, Sodium 75.2, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 0.6, Protein 13.5

Tips:

  • For the best results, use a pork shoulder or butt roast. These cuts are well-marbled and will yield tender, flavorful shredded pork.
  • To add a smoky flavor to the pork, cook it in a slow cooker with a few tablespoons of liquid smoke.
  • Be sure to add plenty of spices to the pork. This will help to create a flavorful dish.
  • Serve the shredded pork with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, tortillas, or cornbread.

Conclusion:

This Texican shredded pork recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The pork is tender and flavorful, and the spices give it a unique flavor that is sure to please everyone. Whether you serve it with rice, beans, tortillas, or cornbread, this dish is sure to be a hit.

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