Best 4 Poblano And Ground Pork Tacos Recipes

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Discover the tantalizing flavors of poblano and ground pork tacos in this comprehensive guide. Embark on a culinary adventure with carefully selected recipes that showcase the perfect harmony of smoky poblano peppers, succulent ground pork, and an array of tantalizing spices. Whether you seek traditional comfort or crave a contemporary twist, this article has it all. Get ready to delight your taste buds with recipes that capture the essence of Mexican cuisine and make your taco nights extraordinary.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

POBLANO AND GROUND PORK TACOS



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Pork and poblano tacos with kiwi salsa and lime crema.

Provided by taltos531

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 Roma tomato, seeded and finely chopped
1 ripe kiwi, diced
1 lime, quartered, divided
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, divided
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 tablespoons sour cream
olive oil
1 poblano pepper - cored, seeded, and finely chopped
10 ounces ground pork
1 tablespoon Mexican seasoning
2 tablespoons chicken stock
1 tablespoon tomato paste
6 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Mince a few slices of onion to get 1 tablespoon. Add minced onion, tomato, kiwi, juice from 2 lime wedges, 3/4 of the cilantro, salt, and pepper to a small bowl. Mix into a salsa.
  • Juice 1/4 of the lime into another small bowl; mix in sour cream to make the crema.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add sliced onion and poblano pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until softened and lightly charred, 3 to 4 minutes. Add pork and Mexican seasoning. Cook until pork is browned throughout, 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add chicken stock, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until everything is coated, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Wrap tortillas in a damp cloth and microwave for 30 seconds. Divide tortillas over plates; spread cream on top. Top tortillas with pork mixture and salsa. Garnish with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Cholesterol 34.8 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 659.7 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

PORK AND POBLANO TACO WITH KIWI SALSA AND LIME CREMA



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Shake up taco night with an unexpected topping: kiwi salsa. The green fruit is a surprisingly good fit next to south-of-the-border flavors, bring a sweetness and tanginess that matches the ground pork seasoned in our Mexican spice blend. It's balanced out by a cool lime crema and tender pieces of poblano pepper, coming together in a taste adventure unlike anything else you've ever experienced in a tortilla.

Provided by HelloFresh

Categories     main course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 unit Red Onion
1 unit Poblano Pepper
1 unit Roma Tomato
1 unit Kiwi
¼ ounce Cilantro
1 ounce Lime
4 tablespoon Sour Cream
1 tablespoon Mexican Spice Blend
10 ounce Ground Pork
1 unit Chicken Stock Concentrate
1 tablespoon Tomato Paste
6 unit Flour Tortillas
2 teaspoon Vegetable Oil
Kosher Salt
Pepper

Steps:

  • Wash and dry all produce. Halve, peel, and thinly slice onion. Mince a few slices until you have 1 TBSP minced onion. Core, seed, and finely chop poblano. Core, seed, and finely dice tomato. Peel, then finely dice kiwi. Roughly chop cilantro. Cut lime into wedges.
  • Toss together minced onion, tomato, half the cilantro, kiwi, and a squeeze of lime juice in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. In a separate small bowl, stir together sour cream and a squeeze or two of lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add sliced onion, poblano, and half the Mexican spice. Cook, tossing occasionally, until softened and lightly charred, 3-4 minutes.
  • Add pork, another drizzle of oil, and remaining Mexican spice to pan, breaking up meat into pieces. Cook until pork is browned at edges and no longer pink, 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. TIP: If there's excess grease in your pan, carefully pour it out.
  • Reduce heat under pan to medium low. Stir in stock concentrate, 2 TBSP water, and 1 TBSP tomato paste (we sent more). Cook, stirring, until everything is coated in a thick sauce, 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave on high until warmed through, about 30 seconds. Divide between plates and fill each with filling from pan. Spoon salsa over top. Dollop with crema and sprinkle with remaining cilantro. Serve with any remaining lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700 kcal, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Carbohydrate 59 g, Sugar 11 g, Protein 30 g, Fiber 6 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 840 mg

POBLANO-ONION TACOS



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Treat your family with these tacos that are made using tomatoes, chiles and Old El Paso® flour tortillas - a delicious Mexican dinner that's ready in just 15 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup thinly sliced onion
2 cloves garlic, mashed
4 plum (Roma) tomatoes, sliced
6 medium poblano chiles, roasted, seeded, stemmed, cut into strips
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 cup Mexican-style sour cream or sour cream
10 Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for soft tacos & fajitas (6 inch), warmed

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir about 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Add tomatoes; cook about 2 minutes or until soft.
  • Add chiles and bouillon; stir until well blended. Stir in sour cream; cook about 1 minute or until mixture is hot. Spoon about 1/2 cup chile mixture onto each tortilla. Roll up tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Taco, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g

PORK STUFFED POBLANOS WITH AVOCADO RANCH SAUCE #RSC



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Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. These spicy chilies are cooled down by the avocado ranch sauce.

Provided by tambocos

Categories     Weeknight

Time 55m

Yield 4 chilies, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 1/2 lbs ground pork
4 poblano peppers
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon chili powder
salt, to taste
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 shallots, minced
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can green chilies
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 1/2 cups cooked rice
3/4 cup Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, plus additional for topping
1/2 cup plain fat free Greek yogurt
2 ripe avocados, seeded with flesh removed
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/3 cup Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
salt

Steps:

  • Roast the poblano chiles over an open gas range or broil. Turn with tongs for even roasting, about 5 minutes each. Make sure you get the chiles blackened and blistered all over. Be careful not to overcook so they have shape to hold the stuffing when baking. Place poblanos in a sealed, gallon size plastic bag and cover with towel for about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook ground pork until slightly browed. Add cumin, cayenne, chili powder, salt, pepper, shallots, green onions, green chilies and corn. Cook for additional minute. Cool slightly.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mix the pork mixture with the rice. Add the HIDDEN VALLEY RANCH DRESSING and stir. Remove chilies from bag. Using a paring knife, gently rub the skin off of the flesh of each chile. Wipe the surface of the flesh with paper towels to remove the excess skin.
  • Slit each poblano lenghtwise. Stuff the pork and rice mixture into poblanos. Lay chilies in a 3x5 dish. Bake for about 35 minutes. Sprinkle with additional Monterey Jack cheese and heat for another 3 to 5 minutes, until cheese is melted. Serve with avocado ranch sauce.
  • For the sauce:.
  • Mash the avocados and mix in the rest of ingredients. Blend with a stick blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1252.5, Fat 93.6, SaturatedFat 25, Cholesterol 162.8, Sodium 1062.4, Carbohydrate 64.5, Fiber 14.9, Sugar 7.3, Protein 46.6

Tips:

  • Choose ripe poblano peppers: Look for poblano peppers that are dark green and have smooth skin. Avoid peppers that have blemishes or wrinkles.
  • Roast the poblano peppers properly: Roasting the poblano peppers brings out their smoky flavor. Make sure to roast them until the skin is charred and blistered.
  • Remove the seeds and veins from the poblano peppers: The seeds and veins of the poblano peppers can be bitter. Be sure to remove them before using the peppers in your tacos.
  • Use a flavorful ground pork: The flavor of the ground pork is essential to these tacos. Use a ground pork that is seasoned with your favorite spices.
  • Cook the ground pork until it is browned: Browning the ground pork gives it a delicious flavor and helps to keep it juicy.
  • Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings: These tacos are delicious with a variety of toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Poblano and ground pork tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for a party. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that everyone will love.

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