Whole30 Spicy Pork Tacos
Bring a bold and satisfying twist to your taco night with these Whole30 Spicy Pork Tacos! Packed with tender ground pork seasoned to perfection with smoked paprika, chili powder, and ground cumin, this recipe delivers a fiery punch balanced by the sweetness of coconut aminos and the brightness of fresh lime juice. Wrapped in crisp butter or Bibb lettuce leaves, these tacos are gluten-free, grain-free, and perfect for those following the Whole30 program or simply seeking a healthier alternative. Top them with sliced avocado, crunchy radishes, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, these flavorful tacos are guaranteed to impress while keeping you on track with your clean eating goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground pork
- 2 tbsp Avocado oil
- 1 small Onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp Fresh lime juice
- 8 whole Butter or Bibb lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 small Radishes, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp Hot sauce (optional, Whole30-compliant)
Instructions
Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for 5-7 minutes, or until fully browned and cooked through.
Season the pork with smoked paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, crushed red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the meat with the spices.
Stir in the coconut aminos and lime juice and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove the skillet from heat and set the spicy pork mixture aside.
To assemble the tacos, lay out the lettuce leaves on a flat surface. Spoon some of the spicy pork mixture into each leaf.
Top each taco with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, thinly sliced radishes, and a drizzle of hot sauce if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Spicy Pork Tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 236.5 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.4 g | 502% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 656 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 3269 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 123.1 g | 246% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1088 mg | 23% | |
*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.
