Best 5 Mexican Pulled Pork Tinga Pueblana Recipes

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Welcome to the art of Mexican cuisine! In the heart of Puebla lies a dish that has captured the essence of Mexican flavors and spices - the irresistible "Mexican Pulled Pork Tinga Poblana." This tantalizing recipe combines the fire of chipotle peppers, the tang of tomatoes, and the warmth of spices to create a savory and succulent pulled pork dish that will transport you straight to the streets of Mexico. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a budding culinary enthusiast, let's dive into the world of Mexican pulled pork and discover the secrets behind this mouthwatering dish.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK PULLED PORK CHICA-DILLAS



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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 20 tortillas

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 to 3-pound pork tenderloin, cut in 1 1/2-inch slices, quartered
1 (12-ounce) bottle beer
2 tablespoons papaya nectar or juice
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
1 cup regular barbecue sauce
2 chipotle peppers in adobo, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons Delicioso Adobo, recipe follows
20 flour tortillas
2 cups grated queso fresco or farmer's cheese
3 avocados, thinly sliced
Cilantro leaves
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon achiote powder from annatto seed
1 teaspoon lemon pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients (except tortillas, cheese, avocados, and cilantro) together in a large, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Shred the pork, using 2 forks, or mashing with a potato masher. Put shredded pork back into sauce and mix ingredients. Cover up and cook on low for another 10 to 15 minutes.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook a tortilla about 2 minutes on each side. Spoon some pork onto the tortilla and top with 4 to 5 avocado pieces and cilantro. Heat up another tortilla until toasted and add cheese. Cook until cheese is melted. Place the second tortilla cheese side down on top of the pork and avocado. Cut into 4 slices and repeat process. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
  • Add all ingredients and mix together.

MEXICAN PULLED PORK (TINGA PUEBLANA)



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Pork

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 medium or 2 large russet potatoes to equal about a pound, peeled and diced
1 (2 to 3-pound) pork loin
1/2 yellow onion, whole, plus 1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, smashed
2 bay leaves
12 ounces raw chorizo, casing removed and crumbled
1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, finely chopped (seeded and ribbed for less heat)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
Salt
For serving:
16 corn or flour tortillas
Lime wedges
1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and sliced
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot of cold water. Add the salt, bring to a boil and cook until tender, 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and set aside. Place the pork in a large pot of cold water. Add the onion half, the garlic, and the bay leaves. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently until the pork is cooked through and is no longer pink in the center, about 45 minutes. Remove the pork from the water and set it aside until it is cool enough to handle (discard the cooking liquid). Using your fingers or 2 forks, shred the meat into small pieces and set aside. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute crumbled chorizo until completely cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chorizo to a paper towel lined plate. Add the chopped onions to the chorizo skillet and cook until soft, about 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the shredded pork, the tomatoes, and the chipotle chiles. Cook until the tomatoes break down and release their juices, about 5 minutes. Return the potatoes and cooked chorizo to the pan. Stir in the vinegar, thyme, marjoram and salt, to taste. Continue to cook over medium heat until some of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes. While the pork cooks, heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tortilla and warm for 10 to 15 seconds. Flip the tortilla over and continue to warm until the tortilla is pliable and heated through, another 10 to 20 seconds. Place warm tortillas in a tortilla warmer or on a plate, cover with a kitchen towel, and set aside; repeat with the remaining tortillas (or warm the tortillas in the microwave: stack them on a plate and cover with a damp cloth; microwave for 30 seconds and keep them covered until you're ready to serve).

MEXICAN PULLED PORK



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Delicious pulled pork with Mexican spices. This is an authentic dish popular in Central Mexico. Serve on warm flour tortillas.

Provided by goodsazon

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (3 pound) boneless pork roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 ½ cups water, divided, or more as needed
½ cup white vinegar
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons lard
2 guajillo chile peppers, seeds and membranes removed
1 ancho chile pepper, seeds and membranes removed
⅓ cup coarsely chopped parsley
6 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Place pork, 1/2 cup water, vinegar, and salt in a large saucepan. Simmer, covered, until all the liquid has cooked off and the pork cooks in its own rendered fat, 45 to 50 minutes. Add lard if there is not enough fat, so pork cooks to a golden brown. Set aside.
  • Place the guajillo and ancho chiles in a small saucepan with 1 cup water. Cover and cook over low heat for 10 minutes. Transfer to a blender and add parsley, garlic, oregano, and cumin; puree.
  • Add the pureed mixture to the pork. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, covered, until the pork is tender and can easily be cut with a fork, about 1 hour. It may be necessary to add another cup of water to the pan, depending on the tenderness of the meat.
  • Let pork rest for 15 minutes. Shred with 2 forks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 84.8 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 645.2 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

TINGA POBLANA



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This is a recipe that I got from my mother-in-law that always is a hit. It freezes well too, so you can make it in big batches and use it later for tacos, tostadas, empanadas, sopes--anything you use picadillo for.

Provided by CunSwim

Categories     Mexican

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
2 garlic cloves
1/4-1/2 onion
2 bay leaves
2 lbs pork butt or 2 lbs pork shoulder
1 lb chorizo sausage
1/4 cup oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
2 garlic cloves
1/2 lb tomatoes
chipotle chile in adobo

Steps:

  • Cut pork into 1 inch squares removing most but not all the fat.
  • Put in very large skillet and add water just enough to cover add salt, pepper, garlic, onion, bay leaves, oregano and bring to a boil let foam accumulate and remove as much as possible.
  • Allow the meat to cook at a medium boil until tender. If the water is not completely reduced separate it for later use.
  • When the meat is cooked, fry it in the oil. I usually fry the chorizo and add a little oil to the rendered fat and fry the pork. Once the pork is crisp, I remove it from the skillet and use the same skillet for the sauce that has been blended together first (last 4 ingredients). I deglaze the skillet and then let the sauce reduce for about 1/2 an hour adding the leftover broth.
  • Mix the pork and chorizo into the sauce; heat completely and serve.
  • May be eaten in tortillas or with rice, beans or potatoes guacamole--just plain avocado goes well too.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 789.1, Fat 61.9, SaturatedFat 20.5, Cholesterol 166.3, Sodium 1613.3, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.9, Protein 47.5

TINGA POBLANA DE POLLO



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Serve this on top of a crisp tostada or as a filling for tacos. Would make a nice appetizer served in mini taco shells.

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Stew

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 chicken thighs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
8 roma tomatoes
4 cups chicken stock
4 chipotle chiles
1/2 lb chorizo sausage
1 white onion, sliced thin
6 red potatoes, diced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon Mexican oregano (not Greek)
1 large avocado, peeled, pitted and thinly sliced
1 cup crumbled mexican queso fresco or 1 cup feta cheese

Steps:

  • Over a medium heat, bring the chicken, salt, pepper and garlic powder, with water to cover, to a simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and allow the chicken to cool in the water, until you are able to handle it.
  • Remove the skin and coarsely shred the meat; set aside.
  • Over a high heat, in a sauté pan, char and blister tomatoes on all sides. Do not use oil.
  • Remove from heat and add the chicken stock and chipotles.
  • Cool; pour into a blender, puree until smooth; Set aside.
  • Put the chorizo and onions in a stockpot, cook over medium heat.
  • When the chorizo releases some of its oil, add the diced potatoes; reduce heat to low; cook until the potatoes have browned and slightly tender.
  • Add cumin, oregano, pepper, shredded chicken and the pureed tomato mixture; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add salt to taste.
  • Serve in deep bowls, top with avocado and cheese, with a side of corn tortillas and Mexican beer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 752.5, Fat 42.2, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 143.3, Sodium 1202.5, Carbohydrate 52.6, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 9.6, Protein 41.4

Tips:

  • Use a Dutch oven or a large pot with a tight-fitting lid for the best results.
  • Sear the pork shoulder roast in a hot skillet before adding it to the pot. This will help to brown the meat and lock in the juices.
  • Add enough liquid to cover the pork shoulder roast by about 1 inch. This will help to keep the meat moist and tender.
  • Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for at least 2 hours, or until the meat is fall-apart tender.
  • Remove the meat from the pot and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded meat to the pot and stir to combine with the sauce.
  • Serve the tinga poblana with warm corn tortillas, rice, and beans.

Conclusion:

This classic Mexican dish is a delicious and versatile meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The tender pork shoulder roast is slow-cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce, making it a perfect dish for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal. Tinga poblana can be served with a variety of sides, such as warm corn tortillas, rice, and beans. It can also be used as a filling for tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. No matter how you choose to serve it, tinga poblana is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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