Mexican Pork Tacos
A delicious and easy-to-make recipe for soft tacos filled with slow-cooked pork. Perfect for a quick dinner or lunch.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Pork shoulder
- ●8-10 Fluffy tortillasYou can use store-bought or homemade tortillas
- ●1 tablespoon Mexican seasoningYou can use a store-bought or homemade blend
- ●1 medium Onion
- ●3 cloves Garlic
- ●1/2 cup Taco sauce
- ●1 cup Shredded cheeseYou can use cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- ●1/4 cup Cilantro
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
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2. In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
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3. Season the pork shoulder with Mexican seasoning and sear it until browned on all sides.
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4. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is translucent.
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5. Add the taco sauce to the pot and stir to combine.
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6. Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven.
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7. Braise the pork for 2-3 hours, or until it's tender and easily shreds with a fork.
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8. While the pork is cooking, warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
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9. Once the pork is done, shred it with two forks and stir it back into the sauce.
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10. Assemble the tacos by spooning the pork mixture onto a tortilla and topping with cheese, cilantro, and any other desired toppings.