Are you tired of bland, boring tacos? Craving a mouthwatering meal that tantalizes your taste buds and leaves you wanting more? Look no further than quick pulled pork tacos! This delectable dish combines the savory flavors of tender pulled pork, tangy sauce, and fresh toppings, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. With just a few simple steps, you can create a culinary masterpiece that will elevate your taco nights to new heights. Get ready to embark on a taste adventure as we unveil the secrets to cooking the ultimate quick pulled pork tacos that will satisfy your cravings and leave you craving more!
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
PULLED PORK TACOS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 8h45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For the pulled pork: In a small bowl, mix together the cumin, coriander, salt and oregano. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork roast.
- Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork roast and brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per side.
- Meanwhile, in a 3 1/2-quart slow cooker, combine the onion, garlic, chipotle and adobo sauce, beer, and orange zest. Add the browned roast along with any pan juices. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 6 hours.
- When the pork is cooked and fork tender, shred it using two forks. Add the shredded meat back to the slow cooker and toss with the onions and cooking juices. Keep warm in the slow cooker for people to help themselves and assemble the tacos with all the garnishes.
QUICK PULLED PORK TACOS
Quick-pickled red onions cut through the richness of pork. To make, toss some thinly sliced red onion with red-wine vinegar and let sit until softened, about 15 minutes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine garlic, oregano, cumin, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss with pork and place in a 6-quart pressure cooker. Add 1/4 cup water and secure lid. Bring to high pressure over medium-high heat; reduce heat and cook until meat is fork tender, about 40 minutes (adjust heat to maintain pressure). Remove from heat, vent pressure, and remove lid. Using two forks, shred pork and serve with tortillas and desired toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 g, Fat 6 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 2 g
PAT'S PULLED PORK TACOS
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- Mix the oregano, chipotle powder, cumin, salt and pepper together in a small bowl.
- Season the cubed pork chunks with the spice mixture and put into a large Dutch oven. Add the onion, garlic, chicken stock, the tomato puree, honey, orange and lime juice, and the juiced orange and lime halves. Stir together with a wooden spoon. Put the pot on medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Transfer to the oven and cook, covered, until the pork is tender and easily shreds, about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
- Remove the meat from the Dutch oven to a cutting board. Set the Dutch oven over medium heat and reduce the liquid until it becomes slightly syrupy, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, shred the meat and add to a bowl. Drizzle the reduced cooking liquid into the pork and toss. Serve with tortillas, cilantro, sour cream and Zesty Slaw.
- Whisk the rice wine vinegar, lime juice, canola oil, and sugar together in a small bowl.
- Add the cabbage, cilantro, green onions, and carrot to a large serving bowl and combine. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.
SHREDDED PORK TACOS
I used to make a similar recipe with beef, but I switched to pork when we lived in Singapore for 3 years. Beef was expensive and not very good there. We like it so much with pork, we never switched back.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a skillet, brown pork in oil. Remove from pan and keep warm. In same skillet, saute onion and garlic in drippings until tender. Stir in the tomato sauce, chilies, chili powder, salt, oregano, cumin and pepper. Add pork; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until pork is tender., Cool slightly; shred with two forks. Return to sauce; heat through. Serve in tortillas with lettuce and tomato if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 1668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.
PULLED PORK SOFT TACOS
Put your own spin on delicious and top these quick and easy tacos with incredibly tender pulled pork. Courtesy of the National Pork Board
Provided by National Pork Board
Categories Pork
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place two tortillas in the skillet and cook until warm and softened, about 30 seconds per side. Fill the tortillas with about 1 1/2 ounces of the pork, 1/4 cup of the lettuce, and 4 teaspoons of the salsa.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas and serve. If you prefer to heat all of the tortillas at once, microwave them on high until warm and softened, 1 to 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.2, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 336.1, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 29.7
MEXICAN PULLED PORK TACOS
Fill crisp taco shells with a spicy pulled pork filling which can be frozen ahead of time for an easy entertaining dish to share
Provided by Justine Pattison
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper
Time 5h30m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Put the marinade ingredients in a large, zip-seal freezer bag and squish until well combined. Add the pork and onion, ensuring they're well coated. Seal and put in the fridge overnight.
- Heat oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3. Transfer the pork and its marinade to a medium casserole dish. Cover with a lid and place in the oven for 4-5 hrs or until the pork is very tender and falls apart when poked with a fork.
- To make the pickled onions, put the sliced red onions in a heatproof bowl. Cover with just-boiled water and leave to stand for 10 mins. Drain well, then stir in the white wine vinegar or cider vinegar and caster sugar. Stand for at least 10 mins before serving.
- Drain the pork in a colander, reserving the marinade, then transfer the pork to a board. Shred the pork with two forks, drizzle over 4-5 tbsp of the reserved marinade, and serve from the board with the pickled red onions, warmed corn tacos, shredded lettuce and soured cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
EASY OVEN PULLED PORK
This is my grandmother's no-fail pork recipe and it produces tender, moist, rich meat. Pulled pork is so versatile-use it in sandwiches, tacos, stews, and pasta ragu. Or make it ahead of time and keep it in a slow cooker for BBQ sliders. A great, inexpensive option to serve at a party. My favorite way to eat this is on a bun with lots of tangy barbecue sauce and slaw.
Provided by NicoleMcmom
Categories Pulled Pork
Time 4h5m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Use a pairing knife to cut 8 small slits into the pork, about 1 1/2 inches deep. Insert a garlic clove into each slit. Sprinkle pork evenly on all sides with salt and pepper. Place pork, fat-side up, in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Reduce heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Carefully pour 3/4 cup water around the sides of the pork. Cover with foil and cook for 1 1/2 hours. Remove foil and continue to cook until pork is tender and meat has pulled away from the bone, about 1 1/2 hours more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Remove from the oven and let stand for 20 minutes. Remove large fat layer and any other large pieces of fat. Pull pork apart and shred.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 129.8 mg, Fat 40.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 3403.1 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder (also known as pork butt) is the best cut for pulled pork tacos because it's fatty and flavorful.
- Cook the pork low and slow: This will help to tenderize the meat and make it fall apart easily.
- Use a flavorful rub: A good rub will help to add flavor to the pork. You can use a store-bought rub or make your own.
- Don't overcook the pork: Overcooked pork will be dry and tough.
- Shred the pork correctly: Use two forks to shred the pork. This will help to keep the meat moist and prevent it from becoming stringy.
- Use fresh tortillas: Fresh tortillas will make your tacos taste better. You can find fresh tortillas at most grocery stores.
- Load up on your favorite toppings: There are many different toppings that you can add to your pulled pork tacos. Some popular options include salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.
Conclusion:
Pulled pork tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. By following the tips above, you can make sure that your pulled pork tacos are perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pulled pork tacos a try!
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