Pork Al Pastor

Pork Al Pastor is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican BBQ dish made from marinated pork, grilled to perfection and served in lettuce wraps for a low-carb twist. This dish captures the essence of traditional al pastor while keeping it healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Pork shoulder - 400 grams
• Pineapple - 100 grams (fresh, diced)
• White onion - 50 grams (finely chopped)
• Cilantro - 10 grams (chopped)
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Chipotle pepper in adobo - 1 (finely chopped)
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large (for serving)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, chipotle pepper, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, lime juice, and olive oil to create a marinade.
2. Cut the pork shoulder into thin strips and add it to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight in the refrigerator for more flavor).
3. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Once hot, add the marinated pork strips and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the pork is well charred and cooked through.
5. During the last few minutes of cooking, add the diced pineapple to the grill to caramelize slightly.
6. Remove the pork and pineapple from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
7. Slice the pork into bite-sized pieces and mix with the grilled pineapple.
8. Serve the pork and pineapple mixture in large lettuce leaves, topped with chopped onion and cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 32 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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