Sizzling Street Tacos al Pastor

Allergens

Wheat, Gluten (in tortillas)

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork shoulder, thinly sliced
• 2 cups pineapple chunks
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1 tbsp achiote powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 jalapeno, thinly sliced
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine pork, vinegar, achiote powder, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and cloves. Mix well and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Thread the marinated pork onto skewers along with pineapple chunks. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
3. Grill the skewered pork and pineapple for about 4 6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and charred.
4. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes. Slice the grilled pork into thin strips.

Chef’s Insight

For extra smoky flavor, try adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the marinade.

Notes

This recipe calls for skewers, so make sure to have them on hand.