Midnight Tacos al Pastor

Midnight Tacos al Pastor are a delightful twist on a classic Mexican dish, featuring marinated pork, fresh pineapple, and vibrant toppings, wrapped in gluten-free tortillas. Perfect for late-night cravings, these tacos deliver big flavors and satisfying textures in every bite.

Midnight Tacos al Pastor
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
American
360 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pork tenderloin - 300 grams
  • Pineapple - 100 grams, diced
  • Gluten-free corn tortillas - 4 pieces
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Chipotle powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
  • Lime - 1, juiced
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
  • Salt - to taste
  • Pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, chipotle powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, lime juice, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Cut the pork tenderloin into thin strips and add to the marinade, coating evenly. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and slightly crispy.
  4. Add the diced pineapple to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Warm the gluten-free corn tortillas in a separate pan for about 30 seconds on each side.
  6. Assemble the tacos by placing the pork and pineapple mixture on each tortilla. Top with sliced red onion and fresh cilantro.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 360
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 30 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein from the pork, supporting muscle health.
  • Contains fiber from the tortillas and pineapple, aiding digestion.

Tags

AmericanGluten-FreeMidnight