The Ultimate Griot Taco Recipe | Griot Recipe | Fried Pork Taco Recipe

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thighs are leaner and more cost-effective.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat provides more fiber.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: habanero pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño pepper

Habaneros provide similar heat with a different flavor.

Marinate pork shoulders with lime juice, garlic, scotch bonnet pepper, chicken bouillon, creole seasoning, Montreal chicken seasoning, Goya adobo, Goya mojo marinade, bitter orange juice, thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper for at least 2 hours.

Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

Remove pork from marinade and grill until crispy and cooked through, about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally.

Let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing into small pieces.

Warm corn tortillas on the grill or in a skillet until pliable, about 1-2 minutes per side.

Assemble tacos by placing sliced pork on tortillas.

Top with avocado salsa made from avocado, purple onion, white onion, plum tomatoes, jalapeño pepper, olive oil, creole seasoning, lime juice, cilantro, and black pepper.

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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