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15-Min Al Pastor Tacos

Crispy-edged pork with pineapple, cilantro, and onion in soft tortillas. Charred, tangy, and shareable in under 15 minutes with a single skillet.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
32g
15-Min Al Pastor Tacos
casualsatisfyingtex-mexporkcrispytenderMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.

  2. Step 2

    Add pork in a single layer and cook without stirring until golden and charred, 3–4 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Flip pork, add pineapple and onion, stir occasionally until pork is cooked through, 3–4 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Warm tortillas in the skillet 30 seconds per side, then transfer to a plate.

  5. Step 5

    Fill tortillas with pork mixture, top with cilantro, and squeeze lime over each.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or cast-iron pan
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • tongs or spatula

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