Mexican Street Tacos (Tacos Al Pastor)
A flavorful rendition of Tacos Al Pastor with grilled pineapple relish.
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- •4 Dried ancho chiliesSeeded unless spicier desired
- •5 Dried guajillo chiliesSeeded unless spicier desired
- •3/4 cup White vinegar
- •1 cup Pineapple juice
- •3 1/2 tbsp Achiote paste
- •10 Garlic cloves
- •2 tbsp Brown sugar
- •2 tsp Ground cumin
- •2 tsp Ground cinnamon
- •3 tbsp Kosher salt
- •4 to 5 lb Boneless pork shoulderSliced into half-inch slices
- •1 whole PineappleCut into quarters
- •1 to 2 JalapenosGrilled and sliced thin
- •1 whole Sweet onionCut into rounds
- •1/4 cup Fresh cilantroChopped
- •2 LimesJuice and zest
- 1
Seed and soak dried ancho and guajillo chilies in boiling water until soft.
10 min
- 2
Blend soaked chilies with white vinegar, pineapple juice, achiote paste, garlic, brown sugar, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt to make marinade.
5 min
- 3
Slice boneless pork shoulder into half-inch slices and marinate overnight.
12h 0m
- 4
Skewer marinated pork slices and grill using offset heating for 1.5 to 2 hours.
2h 0m
- 5
Grill pineapple quarters, jalapenos, and sweet onion until lightly charred. Chop and mix with cilantro, lime juice, and zest to make relish.
15 min
- 6
Assemble tacos with grilled pork, pineapple relish, and optional toppings like avocado and cotija cheese.
10 min
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