Sizzling Pork Tacos Recipe

Name: Sizzling Pork Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs pork shoulder, cut in thin 1/2-inch strips; kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 1/2 teaspoons guajillo chili powder (or ancho or other medium-hot red chile powder); 1 teaspoon ground cumin (for best flavor toast whole seeds and grind up coarsely); 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 dozen corn tortillas, ideally 4 1/2-inches for serving; tomatillo salsa, for serving (Tomatillo Salsa Fresca); salsa, cruda for serving (Salsa Cruda III); radish, trimmed and sliced for serving; fresh cilantro, for serving

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs pork shoulder, cut in thin 1/2-inch strips
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons guajillo chili powder (or ancho or other medium-hot red chile powder)
1 teaspoon ground cumin (for best flavor toast whole seeds and grind up coarsely)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 dozen corn tortillas, ideally 4 1/2-inches for serving
tomatillo salsa, for serving (Tomatillo Salsa Fresca)
salsa, cruda for serving (Salsa Cruda III)
radish, trimmed and sliced for serving
fresh cilantro, for serving

1
Generously season pork with salt and pepper; add garlic, chile powder and cumin and mix well massaging spices into the meat.
2
Marinate at least an hour, or up to overnight, refrigerated.
3
Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat; once oil begins to shimmer, add meat and let sizzle, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
4
Turn off heat and keep meat warm.
5
Heat tortillas on a dry griddle or another cast iron pan, turning them once or twice, until they are hot and slightly puffed; stack them on a clean cloth napkin and cover with another napkin so that they steam.
6
To serve: Stack 2 hot tortillas on a plate and spoon on a little pork, top with a spoonful of tomatillo salsa and another of the salsa cruda; garnish with radishes and cilantro.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs pork shoulder, cut in thin 1/2-inch strips, kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 2 1/2 teaspoons guajillo chili powder (or ancho or other medium-hot red chile powder), and more.

Yes, Sizzling Pork Tacos falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Sizzling Pork Tacos

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Variations & substitutions

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