Low Carb Al Pastor Street Tacos
Savor all the vibrant, smoky, and tangy flavors of traditional Al Pastor tacos in this low-carb makeover! These Low Carb Al Pastor Street Tacos feature marinated pork shoulder infused with pineapple, chipotle, and a medley of fragrant spices, delivering that signature sweet and spicy balance. Grilled to perfection and served on crisp romaine lettuce leaves instead of tortillas, this keto-friendly recipe offers a healthier twist without sacrificing authenticity. Topped with fresh cilantro, crunchy onions, and a squeeze of lime, these tacos are perfect for anyone seeking bold flavors with a low-carb lifestyle. Quick to prepare and ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining, this is a must-try for taco lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork shoulder
- 1 cup, chopped Pineapple
- 1 large White onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 16 large Romaine lettuce leaves
- 0.5 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 2 Lime wedges
Instructions
Trim the pork shoulder of excess fat and cut it into 1/2 inch thick slices.
In a blender, combine chopped pineapple, half of the chopped onion, garlic cloves, chipotle peppers, apple cider vinegar, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.
In a large bowl, combine the pork slices and marinade. Ensure the pork is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Preheat a grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil.
Remove pork from the marinade and grill or cook in the skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
Rest the pork for 5 minutes, then chop into small pieces.
To assemble the tacos, stack two romaine lettuce leaves per taco as the base.
Top with chopped pork and garnish with the remaining chopped onion and fresh cilantro.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.6 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.3 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 3304 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.9 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 221.3 g | 443% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 425 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 4556 mg | 97% | |
*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.
