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Quick Tacos de Lechón

Crispy shredded pork tacos with citrus and spice, made with pre-cooked pulled pork for speed. Warm tortillas, pile high, and finish with onion and cilantro.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
380
Protein
34g
Quick Tacos de Lechón
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high until hot, ~2 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add pulled pork, breaking into bite-sized pieces as it heats.

  3. Step 3

    Stir and crisp the pork edges until edges char slightly, 5–7 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Squeeze lime juice over pork. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. Step 5

    Warm tortillas in the skillet 20 seconds per side until pliable.

  6. Step 6

    Fill each tortilla with pork, onion, and cilantro. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or larger
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife

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