Experience the savory and aromatic delight of Tacos Al Pastor, a classic Mexican street food. Thinly sliced pork is marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices, achiote paste, and fruit juices, then grilled to perfection. Serve these tacos with your favorite garnishes for an authentic taste of Mexico.
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork shoulder, thinly sliced. 1 cup pineapple juice. 1/4 cup orange juice. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 2 teaspoons ground cumin. 2 teaspoons dried oregano. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. 1 teaspoon ground coriander. 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper. Salt and black pepper to taste. 1/4 cup white vinegar. 1/4 cup achiote paste. 1/4 cup vegetable oil. Corn tortillas, for serving. Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish. White onion, finely chopped for garnish. Pineapple chunks for garnish.
Instructions: In a blender, combine pineapple juice, orange juice, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, white vinegar, achiote paste, and vegetable oil. Blend until smooth to create the marinade. Place thinly sliced pork shoulder in a large bowl and pour the marinade over it. Ensure the pork is well-coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread marinated pork slices onto skewers or a vertical rotisserie, creating a stacked arrangement. Grill the pork until fully cooked and slightly charred, rotating as needed. Remove the cooked pork from the skewers and chop into bite-sized pieces. Warm corn tortillas and fill them with the grilled pork. Garnish with chopped cilantro, finely chopped white onion, and pineapple chunks. Serve the Tacos Al Pastor immediately and enjoy the authentic flavors of Mexican street food!
