Keto Al Pastor Taco
Elevate your taco night with these mouthwatering Keto Al Pastor Tacos, a low-carb twist on the classic Mexican street food favorite! Tender pork shoulder is marinated in a vibrant blend of rehydrated guajillo and ancho chiles, tangy pineapple, zesty lime juice, and a medley of bold spices, then pan-seared to perfection. Served on warm low-carb tortillas and topped with fresh cilantro, diced onion, and creamy avocado slices, these tacos burst with authentic flavor while keeping your carb count in check. Perfect for keto enthusiasts or anyone looking for a healthier alternative, this quick and flavorful recipe is ready in under an hour and guaranteed to become a staple in your taco repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Pork shoulder
- 3 pieces Dried guajillo chiles
- 1 piece Dried ancho chiles
- 0.5 cup Pineapple (cored and sliced)
- 0.25 cup White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 pieces Low-carb tortillas
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 0.5 cup White onion (diced)
- 1 piece Avocado (sliced)
Instructions
Begin by rehydrating the guajillo and ancho chiles. In a small pot, bring water to a boil and add the chiles. Remove from heat and cover, allowing them to soak for about 10 minutes until softened.
Drain the chiles and place them in a blender along with the pineapple, white vinegar, lime juice, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.
Cut the pork shoulder into thin strips. In a large bowl, combine the pork strips with the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or for best results, overnight.
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, remove the pork from the marinade and add it to the skillet in batches, cooking until the pork is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per batch.
In the same skillet, add the remaining marinade and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Warm the low-carb tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, about 30 seconds per side.
Assemble the tacos by placing cooked pork on each tortilla, topped with a drizzle of thickened marinade. Garnish with fresh cilantro, diced onion, and slices of avocado.
Serve immediately and enjoy your keto-friendly Al Pastor Tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2754 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.2 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.2 g | 201% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 600 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 7666 mg | 333% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.4 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 105.9 g | 378% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.3 g | ||
| Protein | 211.5 g | 423% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1139 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 5297 mg | 113% | |
*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.
