Tacos de Puerco con Salsa de Piña

Tacos de Puerco con Salsa de Piña is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender, marinated pork with a refreshing pineapple salsa, creating a delightful balance of savory and sweet. Perfect for a casual meal or gathering, these tacos are sure to impress with their authentic Mexican flair.

Tacos de Puerco con Salsa de Piña
50 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pork shoulder - 400 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Oregano - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
  • Pineapple - 200 grams, diced
  • Red onion - 1/2, finely chopped
  • Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
  • Lime - 1, juiced
  • Jalapeño - 1, minced (optional)

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and olive oil to create a marinade.
  2. Cut the pork shoulder into bite-sized pieces and add them to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for more flavor.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the pork is browned and cooked through.
  4. While the pork is cooking, prepare the pineapple salsa by combining diced pineapple, chopped red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and minced jalapeño in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  6. To assemble the tacos, place a generous portion of the cooked pork on each tortilla and top with the pineapple salsa.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy your Tacos de Puerco con Salsa de Piña!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Pork is a good source of protein, essential for muscle repair and growth.
  • Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that may help with digestion and reduce inflammation.

Tags

MexicanDairy-FreeBBQ