Smokehouse Carnitas Tacos – A BBQ Fusion

Discover the secrets behind our Smokehouse Carnitas Tacos recipe - a fusion of BBQ and Mexican flavors that will have your taste buds dancing!

Time: Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 8-9 hours (including smoking and resting) Total: 8-9 hours

Servings: 6

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American, Mexican Fusion

Allergens

Gluten (if using gluten-free tortillas)

2 lbs pork shoulder 1/4 cup kosher salt 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tbsp paprika 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tbsp onion powder 1 tbsp oregano 1 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) 4 cups applewood smoked, chopped Corn tortillas 1 recipe Smoky BBQ Slaw (see below) 1 recipe Pickled Onions (see below)

In a small bowl, mix together salt, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork shoulder.
Preheat your smoker to 250°F (120°C) and smoke the pork shoulder for 4 5 hours or until it reaches an internal temperature of 195°F (90°C). Wrap the pork in foil, then return to the smoker for another 2 3 hours.
Remove from the smoker, let rest 15 minutes, and then shred using two forks.
In a large skillet, cook the pulled pork with applewood smoked until heated through.
Warm corn tortillas on the grill or in the oven. Assemble tacos by layering pulled pork, Smoky BBQ Slaw, and Pickled Onions.

Don't be afraid to adjust the seasoning as you go along - every pork shoulder is different!

Serve with a side of warm tortillas and your favorite hot sauce.

For a vegetarian option, use pulled jackfruit or portobello mushrooms in place of the pork shoulder.

You can also prepare this dish on a charcoal grill with a smoker box or with an indoor electric smoker.

If you don't have access to a smoker, you can use a dry rub and slow cook the pork in the oven at 250°F (120°C) for about 6-8 hours.

Store leftover pulled pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

4 days refrigerated, 3 months frozen

Serve on a large platter with all the toppings, allowing guests to build their own tacos.

(per serving): Calories 540, Fat 31g, Protein 38g, Carbs 26g, Fiber 5g, Sugar 2g, Sodium 2000mg