Dr Nick's Pork Soft Tacos

Indulge in the savory, slow-cooked flavor of Dr. Nick's Pork Soft Tacos, a crowd-pleasing recipe perfect for taco night! Featuring tender pork shoulder braised in a blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder, these tacos are bursting with rich, spicy goodness. The pork is simmered low and slow in a garlic-infused chicken broth until it's melt-in-your-mouth tender, then shredded and generously piled onto warm flour or corn tortillas. Customize your tacos with vibrant toppings like fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, and tangy pickled jalapeños for a balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're hosting a casual dinner or looking for a meal to impress, these pork tacos are sure to deliver a fiesta of flavor with every bite. Ready in just over 3 hours and serving six, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of classic Mexican-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Onion, finely diced
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 12 Small soft flour or corn tortillas
• 0.5 cup Chopped cilantro
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 1.5 cups Shredded lettuce
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• 1 Avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup Pickled jalapeños (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into 3-4 large chunks for easier cooking.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the pork chunks on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the pork and set aside.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic and diced onion to the pot. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, coating the onions and garlic evenly with the spices.

Step 6

Pour the chicken broth into the pot, scraping the bottom to deglaze and release any stuck-on bits of flavor.

Step 7

Add the seared pork back into the pot, along with the lime juice.

Step 8

Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the pork simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until it is fork-tender and easily shredded. Check periodically to ensure there’s enough liquid; add a splash more chicken broth or water if needed.

Step 9

Once the pork is tender, remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks. Discard any extra fat as you shred.

Step 10

Return the shredded pork to the pot and stir it into the remaining juices to keep it moist and flavorful. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or wrap them in foil to heat in a low oven for 5-10 minutes.

Step 12

Assemble tacos by placing a generous portion of shredded pork onto each tortilla, then topping with chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado slices, and pickled jalapeños, if using.

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2486.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4353.5

Total Fat 242.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 978.0mg	0%
Sodium 9020.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 243.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.2g	0%
Total Sugars 34.5g
Protein 283.0g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1684.4mg	0%
Iron 24.8mg	0%
Potassium 5870.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.9%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 22.7%