Description
Enjoy authentic Al Pastor Tacos with Pineapple, a flavorful Mexican street food experience made easy at home. This recipe features tender marinated pork, sweet grilled pineapple, and warm corn tortillas for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Pork Marinade:
- 2 lbs Pork Butt, cut thinly
- 1 can Canned Pineapple, undrained
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 Dried Chile Guajillo, seeds removed
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1 cup Canned Pineapple Juice
- 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 2 tbsp Chipotle in Adobo sauce
- 2 tbsp Achiote Paste
- For Cooking & Seasoning:
- 1 tbsp Kosher Salt
- 1 tbsp Cumin
- 1 tbsp Mexican Oregano
- 1 tbsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp All Spice
- 2 tbsp Neutral Oil
- 1 cup Chicken Stock
- For Serving:
- 16 pieces Corn Tortillas
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup Salsa Verde
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork: Partially freeze the pork butt for about 30 minutes to make slicing easier. Cut it thinly into strips.
- Make Marinade: Sauté minced garlic and chopped onion in neutral oil over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add dried chiles and bay leaves. Pour in water and apple cider vinegar. Heat for another 10 minutes. Cool the mixture, then blend it with spices and pineapple juice until smooth. Strain to create a smooth marinade for your Al Pastor Tacos.
- Marinate: Combine the sliced pork with the marinade in a bowl, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for 4-8 hours for optimal flavor infusion into your Al Pastor Tacos.
- Cooking Method: Create a mini trompo by layering pineapple at the base of a skewer. Alternate marinated pork slices and fresh pineapple chunks. Roast in the oven at 275°F (135°C) for 2.5-3 hours. Baste with pan juices every 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). This cooking method is key for authentic Al Pastor Tacos.
- Finishing Touches: Once cooked, let the pork rest for 10 minutes. Thinly slice it. Sauté onions and more pineapple in the pan juices. Serve these delightful toppings in warm corn tortillas, garnished with fresh cilantro and salsa verde for your Al Pastor Tacos with Pineapple.
Notes
- For maximum flavor absorption, marinate the pork for a full 8 hours.
- Serve with lime wedges for a refreshing kick.
- Ensure corn tortillas are certified gluten-free if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg