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Pork Tacos
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine 2 lbs of pork shoulder, 1 chopped onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 chopped jalapeno, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 cup of chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir to coat it in the cooking liquid.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, until they are soft and pliable.
- To assemble the tacos, place a spoonful of the shredded pork onto each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, diced onion, and crumbled queso fresco.
- Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
- Enjoy your delicious pork tacos!
Pork tacos have a rich history dating back to the indigenous people of Mexico who first slow-cooked pork over an open flame. This traditional method of cooking pork, combined with the influence of Spanish colonization, led to the creation of the beloved pork taco. Today, renowned chefs like Rick Bayless and Diana Kennedy have popularized this dish, using authentic Mexican spices and techniques. The best pork tacos can be found in regions like Yucatan, where the meat is marinated in achiote paste and bitter orange juice. The key to perfect pork tacos lies in the tender, flavorful meat and the balance of savory and tangy flavors. Whether it's slow-roasted carnitas or spicy al pastor, pork tacos continue to be a staple in Mexican cuisine, delighting food enthusiasts worldwide.
255 min
6
350 calories
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