Low Fat Adobada Tacos
Indulge in the bold flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine with a healthier twist through these Low Fat Adobada Tacos. Made with tender strips of lean pork loin and marinated in a vibrant adobo sauce crafted from guajillo and ancho chiles, garlic, and tangy citrus juices, this recipe delivers rich, smoky flavor without excessive fat. Perfectly charred pork is nestled in warm corn tortillas and topped with fresh cilantro, zesty onion, and a squeeze of lime for a bright, refreshing finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, these tacos are an easy and satisfying weeknight meal that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Packed with authentic flavor, this recipe is ideal for those seeking healthy taco options that don’t skimp on taste or tradition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean pork loin
- 3 medium guajillo chiles
- 2 medium ancho chiles
- 0.25 cup white vinegar
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium lime
Instructions
Cut the lean pork loin into thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick, and set aside.
Remove the stems and seeds from the guajillo and ancho chiles. Soak them in hot water for about 10 minutes until they soften.
In a blender, combine the softened chiles, vinegar, orange juice, garlic cloves, cumin, oregano, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth to create the adobo sauce.
Place the pork strips into a large bowl and pour the adobo sauce over them, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
While the pork is marinating, finely chop the onion and cilantro, and cut the lime into wedges for serving.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork strips in batches, cooking until they are fully cooked and slightly charred, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Warm the corn tortillas on a separate skillet or directly over a gas flame until they become pliable.
To assemble the tacos, place a few strips of cooked pork onto each tortilla, and top with chopped onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.5 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 281 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 1544 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.9 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.8 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 125.0 g | 250% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 3816 mg | 81% | |
*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.
