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Recipe of Tacos al pastor
Tacos al pastor are a quintessential Mexican street food, known for their bold flavors and juicy marinated pork. This recipe will guide you through the steps to recreate this mouthwatering dish at home. Prepare your taste buds for a fiesta of flavors with these Tacos al pastor!
Recipe Summary
Preparation
45 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Intermediate
Ingredients
Instructions
1
Step 1
In a bowl, combine the dried guajillo chilies, pineapple juice, white vinegar, garlic, chopped onion, ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture soak for about 15 minutes to soften the chilies.
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Step 2
After soaking, transfer the mixture to a blender and add the achiote paste and orange juice. Blend until you have a smooth marinade.
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Step 3
Place the thinly sliced pork shoulder in a large resealable bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring it's well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight for maximum flavor.
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Step 4
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the pineapple slices with vegetable oil and grill them for about 2 minutes on each side until they have grill marks. Remove and chop into small pieces.
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Step 5
Thread the marinated pork slices onto skewers or use a rotisserie if available.
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Step 6
Grill the pork skewers or cook them in a rotisserie, turning occasionally and basting with any leftover marinade, until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred, about 10-15 minutes.
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Step 7
Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for a few seconds on each side.
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Step 8
To serve, place a few slices of grilled pork onto each tortilla, top with chopped grilled pineapple, and garnish with cilantro and diced onions. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
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Step 9
Enjoy your homemade Tacos al pastor with a burst of Mexican flavors!
Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Tacos al pastor and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Intermediate difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 45 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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