Low Carb Al Pastor Street Tacos
Savor the bold and vibrant flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine with these Low Carb Al Pastor Street Tacos, a light and healthy twist on a beloved classic! Tender pork shoulder is marinated in a smoky-sweet blend of pineapple, chipotle peppers, and aromatic spices, then grilled to perfection for a caramelized, slightly charred finish. Served in crisp romaine lettuce leaves instead of traditional tortillas, these tacos are gluten-free, keto-friendly, and irresistibly fresh. Garnished with crunchy white onions, fragrant cilantro, and a zesty squeeze of lime, this recipe delivers all the flavor of traditional al pastor tacos without the carbs—perfect for taco night or any occasion!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork shoulder
- 1 cup, chopped Pineapple
- 1 large White onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 16 large Romaine lettuce leaves
- 0.5 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 2 Lime wedges
Directions
Step 1
Trim the pork shoulder of excess fat and cut it into 1/2 inch thick slices.
Step 2
In a blender, combine chopped pineapple, half of the chopped onion, garlic cloves, chipotle peppers, apple cider vinegar, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the pork slices and marinade. Ensure the pork is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Step 4
Preheat a grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil.
Step 5
Remove pork from the marinade and grill or cook in the skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
Step 6
Rest the pork for 5 minutes, then chop into small pieces.
Step 7
To assemble the tacos, stack two romaine lettuce leaves per taco as the base.
Step 8
Top with chopped pork and garnish with the remaining chopped onion and fresh cilantro.
Step 9
Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1774.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2481.8 |
| Total Fat 137.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 42.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 800.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3303.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.3g | |
| Protein 221.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 425.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4556.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories