Crispy Pork Costilla Tacos
Tender, seasoned pork ribs pan-seared until crispy, then shredded and served in warm tortillas with lime and cilantro. Ready in 20 minutes using store-bought rotisserie-style pre-cooked pork ribs.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
If ribs are cold, let them rest at room temperature for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Remove meat from bones and shred into bite-sized pieces with two forks.
Step 3
Mix cumin and garlic powder in a small bowl.
Step 4
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 60 seconds.
Step 5
Add shredded pork and sprinkle cumin mixture evenly over the top.
Step 6
Cook without stirring for 3 minutes until the edges crisp and brown.
Step 7
Stir and cook another 2 minutes until most surfaces have color.
Step 8
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame, 20 seconds per side.
Step 9
Fill each tortilla with pork, squeeze lime, and top with cilantro.
Step 10
Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet (10–12 inch)
- Two forks
- Small bowl
- Tongs or spoon
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