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Tacos

Cultural Context

Tacos are a quintessential Mexican dish, originating from the indigenous peoples of Mexico. They have evolved over centuries and are now enjoyed worldwide in various forms. Traditionally, tacos are made with corn tortillas and filled with a variety of ingredients, reflecting regional flavors and preferences. They are often served at social gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing the rich culinary heritage of Mexico.

MexicanMXmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 pineapple
8 cloves garlic
4 teaspoons ancho powder
4 teaspoons ground cumin
4 whole chipotles
1 tablespoon chipotle juice
4 teaspoons kosher salt
4 tablespoons brown sugar
4 tablespoons oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 pork tenderloin
oil for brushing
salt
pepper
corn tortillas
cilantro

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole grain tortillas offer more fiber, while flour tortillas can be less expensive.

cooked meat

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Grilled chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often more affordable.

1

Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple to create a stable work surface.

2

Peel the pineapple by following the curve and removing the eyes.

3

Slice the pineapple into seven half-inch-thick slices.

4

Arrange five pineapple slices on a foil-lined baking sheet and brush with oil.

5

Broil the pineapple slices about four inches from the heat for 7-10 minutes until speckled but not charred.

6

Cut the core out of the remaining two pineapple slices to remove the tough center.

7

In a bowl, combine the pineapple cores, 8 cloves of garlic, 4 teaspoons of ancho powder, 4 teaspoons of ground cumin, 4 whole chipotles, 1 tablespoon of chipotle juice, 4 teaspoons of kosher salt, 4 tablespoons of brown sugar, and 4 tablespoons of oil.

8

Process the mixture to a smooth paste in a spice blender.

9

Use half a cup of the sauce to marinate the pork tenderloin and set aside the rest for serving.

10

Trim the pork tenderloin of any silver skin and cut it in half lengthwise.

11

Pound the pork tenderloin flat using plastic wrap or parchment paper.

12

Season the pork with salt and pepper, then coat it in the marinade sauce.

13

Let the pork marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.

14

After marinating, broil the pork until cooked through, about 7-10 minutes, turning once if necessary.

15

Remove the pineapple from the broiler and cut it into bite-sized pieces, discarding the cores.

16

Add a third of a cup of chopped cilantro to the salsa mixture and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

grillingchoppingassembling

Equipment Needed

foil-lined baking sheetspice blenderplastic wrapparchment paper

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

none

Also Known As

TacoTacos al Pastor
Local Name: tacos

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