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Tacos al Pastor

Achiote-marinated pork with charred pineapple, onion, and cilantro on warm corn tortillas.

Total time60 min
Servings4
Rating4.8 *
LevelMedium
Tacos al Pastor
In the kitchen

Method

1

Blend achiote, guajillo, pineapple juice, garlic, and spices into a marinade.

2

Coat the pork and marinate at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.

3

Sear the pork hard on a hot griddle alongside the pineapple until caramelized.

4

Chop and pile into warm tortillas with onion, cilantro, pineapple, and lime.

Cook's note: taste as you go and adjust salt and acid at the end. Times are a guide; trust your senses.
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