Miami Cubano Tacos Recipe

Name: Miami Cubano Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3-lb.) skinless pork belly; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon chipotle chile powder; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 2 teaspoons orange zest; 1/2 cup yellow mustard; 1 cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 3/4 to 1 tsp. cayenne pepper; 6 ounces Swiss cheese, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups); 16 (6-in.) flour tortillas, warmed; 10 ounce thinly sliced smoked deli ham, chopped and warmed; 1/2 cup dill pickle slices

Servings: persons

1 (3-lb.) skinless pork belly
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon chipotle chile powder
1 tablespoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons orange zest
1/2 cup yellow mustard
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3/4 to 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
6 ounces Swiss cheese, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups)
16 (6-in.) flour tortillas, warmed
10 ounce thinly sliced smoked deli ham, chopped and warmed
1/2 cup dill pickle slices

1
Prepare the pork belly: Place pork belly on a rimmed baking sheet. Stir together salt, sugar, chile powder, ground coriander, and orange zest in a small bowl. Rub salt mixture all over pork; discard any remaining salt mixture. Wrap pork belly with plastic wrap, and chill at least 6 hours but no longer than
2
Preheat oven to 450u00b0F. Unwrap pork, and place, fat side up, on a lightly greased wire rack. Place rack on baking sheet, and bake in preheated oven until golden brown and crispy, 45 minutes.
3
Reduce oven temperature to 250u00b0F, and cook pork until tender when pierced with a fork, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap, and chill until firm, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
4
Prepare the spicy mustard sauce: Whisk together mustard, sour cream, olive oil, vinegar, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl until well combined. Set aside.
5
Cut pork into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Heat pork in a large skillet over medium until warmed through, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
6
Divide Swiss cheese evenly among tortillas. Top evenly with deli ham and hot pork belly slices (about 3 ounces pork belly per taco). Drizzle each with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the mustard sauce, and top each with 1/2 tablespoon of the pickles. Serve immediately.

2042

kcal

Calories

Fat

320

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3-lb.) skinless pork belly, 2 tablespoons kosher salt, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon chipotle chile powder, and more.

Yes, Miami Cubano Tacos 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!

Miami Cubano Tacos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions