Paleo Tacos Al Pastor
Indulge in the bold flavors of these Paleo Tacos Al Pastor, a healthy, grain-free twist on the classic Mexican street food favorite. Tender, marinated pork shoulder is infused with a vibrant blend of orange juice, lime juice, smoky chipotle powder, and warming spices, then grilled to perfection for a deliciously charred, caramelized finish. Juicy pineapple slices are grilled until golden and paired with the savory pork for a perfect balance of sweet and smoky. Served on grain-free tortillas and topped with fresh red onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, this paleo-friendly recipe is ideal for satisfying taco cravings while sticking to a clean-eating lifestyle. Ready in just over an hour, these tacos are perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a festive gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1 medium (peeled, cored, and sliced into rounds) pineapple
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 0.25 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 grain-free tortillas
- 1 small (thinly sliced) red onion
- 0.5 cup (chopped, for garnish) cilantro
- 4 (for serving) lime wedges
Instructions
Cut the boneless pork shoulder into thin slices, about 1/4 inch thick. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a blender, combine the orange juice, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, avocado oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, chipotle powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to make the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the pork slices, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for optimal flavor.
Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat. While heating, thread the pineapple slices onto skewers, if using a grill, or set aside for use on the stovetop.
Grill the pork slices for 3-4 minutes per side or until charred and cooked through. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
Grill the pineapple slices until caramelized, about 2 minutes per side. Once cooked, chop the pineapple into small chunks.
Warm the grain-free tortillas in a dry skillet or directly on the grill for about 30 seconds per side.
Assemble the tacos by adding a layer of cooked pork onto each tortilla, followed by grilled pineapple chunks, sliced red onion, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top just before eating. Enjoy your paleo-friendly Tacos Al Pastor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.7 g | 302% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.7 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 726 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 4190 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 238.5 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.6 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.3 g | ||
| Protein | 181.1 g | 362% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 4722 mg | 100% | |
*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.
