Chipotle Pork Soft Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
Bring bold flavors and tropical flair to your table with these Chipotle Pork Soft Tacos with Pineapple Salsa! Tender strips of marinated pork shoulder are infused with the smoky heat of chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and aromatic spices, then seared to juicy perfection. The star of the show is the refreshing pineapple salsa, a vibrant blend of sweet pineapple, zesty red onion, spicy jalapeño, and fresh cilantro that perfectly complements the pork’s richness. Served in warm, charred corn tortillas and optionally garnished with creamy avocado, these tacos come together in just 40 minutes and deliver a fiesta of flavors in every bite. Perfect for taco night, this recipe is a must-try for fans of Mexican-inspired cuisine and bold, balanced flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless pork shoulder
- 2 pieces chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tbsp adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.5 cups pineapple chunks
- 0.5 cup red onion
- 0.25 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 piece jalapeño pepper
- 8 pieces corn tortillas
- 1 piece avocado (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the boneless pork shoulder into thin strips and place them in a large bowl.
In a food processor, blend the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt until smooth to create the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the pork strips and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
While the pork marinates, prepare the pineapple salsa: finely dice the pineapple chunks, red onion, and jalapeño (removing seeds if you'd like less heat), and chop the cilantro leaves.
Combine the diced pineapple, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a bowl. Toss well, and set the salsa aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and slightly caramelized.
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over an open flame for a few seconds on each side, until pliable and slightly charred.
Assemble the tacos by adding a portion of the cooked pork to each tortilla and topping with the pineapple salsa. Garnish with avocado slices if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Chipotle Pork Soft Tacos with Pineapple Salsa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2750 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.2 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 3366 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.2 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.7 g | 163% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.8 g | ||
| Protein | 114.2 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 444 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 3668 mg | 78% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
