Grilled Cheddar Tacos al Pastor Recipe

Name: Grilled Cheddar Tacos al Pastor
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. annatto paste; 4-1/2 tsp. HEINZ Distilled White Vinegar; 4-1/2 tsp. honey; 2 guajillo chiles, stemmed, seeded and hydrated; 1 clove garlic; 1/2 tsp. ground allspice; 1/4 tsp. ground cloves; 1-1/4 cups chopped fresh pineapple, divided; 1-1/2 lb. pork blade steaks, 1/4 inch thick; 16 corn tortillas (4 inch); 8 KRAFT Big Slice Sharp Cheddar Cheese Slice, halved; 1/2 cup finely chopped onions King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 limes, quartered

Servings: persons

3 Tbsp. annatto paste
4-1/2 tsp. HEINZ Distilled White Vinegar
4-1/2 tsp. honey
2 guajillo chiles, stemmed, seeded and hydrated
1 clove garlic
1/2 tsp. ground allspice
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1-1/4 cups chopped fresh pineapple, divided
1-1/2 lb. pork blade steaks, 1/4 inch thick
16 corn tortillas (4 inch)
8 KRAFT Big Slice Sharp Cheddar Cheese Slice, halved
1/2 cup finely chopped onions King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 limes, quartered

1
Blend first 7 ingredients and 1/2 cup pineapple in blender until smooth.
2
Pour over steaks in shallow glass dish; turn to coat both sides of each steak.
3
Refrigerate 30 min.
4
to marinate, turning after 15 min.
5
Heat grill to medium-high heat.
6
Remove meat from marinade; discard marinade.
7
Grill steaks 3 to 4 min.
8
or until done (160F), turning once.
9
Cut into thin slices; keep warm.
10
Reduce grill to low heat.
11
Place tortillas on grill grate; top with cheese.
12
Grill 1 min.
13
or until cheese is melted.
14
Transfer to plates; top with meat, onions, cilantro and remaining pineapple.
15
Fold in half.
16
Serve with lime wedges.

1582

kcal

Calories

Fat

172

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbsp. annatto paste, 4-1/2 tsp. HEINZ Distilled White Vinegar, 4-1/2 tsp. honey, 2 guajillo chiles, stemmed, seeded and hydrated, and more.

Yes, Grilled Cheddar Tacos al Pastor falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Cheddar Tacos al Pastor

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