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Tacos al Pastor with Pineapple and Onion
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
- 1 pound pork shoulder, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh pineapple
- 8-10 corn tortillas
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for brushing
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, garlic, oregano, cinnamon, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).
2. Add the sliced pork and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated pork onto skewers, if using.
4. Grill the pork for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
5. Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
6. Assemble the tacos by slicing the grilled pork and placing it onto a tortilla, followed by a slice of pineapple, onion, and cilantro.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tips and Variations:
- Use a combination of pork and beef or chicken for a unique flavor profile.
- Add some heat with diced jalapeños or sliced hot peppers.
- Top with a slice of avocado or sour cream for extra creaminess.
- Serve with a side of spicy salsa or pico de gallo.
- Experiment with different types of fruit, like mango or berries, for a sweet and tangy twist.
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Vitamin A: 10% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Vitamin C: 20% of the DV
- Calcium: 15% of the DV
- Iron: 20% of the DV
- Potassium: 25% of the DV
- Carbohydrates: 40%
- Protein: 30%
- Fat: 30%
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