Delicious Roasted Pork Tacos Recipe

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Delicious Roasted Pork Tacos Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 17, 2024

Enjoy juicy and flavorful roasted pork tacos with this easy recipe. The pork is marinated in a blend of spices, roasted to perfection, and then shredded for filling the tacos. Top with your favorite toppings for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Corn tortillas
  • Toppings: diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, chopped onions, cilantro, lime wedges, salsa, sour cream

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Brown the pork on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast the pork for about 2 hours, or until it is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  7. Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before shredding it with two forks.
  8. Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
  9. Fill each tortilla with the shredded pork and top with your favorite toppings.
  10. Serve the roasted pork tacos with lime wedges on the side.

Interesting Facts

  • Pork shoulder is a flavorful cut of meat that becomes tender and juicy when roasted slowly.
  • Marinating the pork in spices adds depth of flavor to the tacos.
  • Tacos are a versatile dish that can be customized with different toppings to suit your taste.