Low Fat Adobada Tacos

Elevate your taco night with these Low Fat Adobada Tacos—a lean and flavorful twist on a traditional Mexican favorite! This recipe swaps fatty cuts of meat for tender strips of lean pork loin, marinated in a smoky, zesty adobo sauce made with guajillo and ancho chiles, fresh garlic, orange juice, and bold spices like cumin and paprika. The result is a vibrant, low-fat dish that’s rich in authentic flavor without the guilt. Cooked to perfection in a non-stick skillet, these adobada tacos are paired with fresh toppings like crisp onions, fragrant cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, all served on warm corn tortillas. Ready in under 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a healthier way to indulge in the flavors of Mexico.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean pork loin
• 3 medium guajillo chiles
• 2 medium ancho chiles
• 0.25 cup white vinegar
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium lime

Directions

Step 1

Cut the lean pork loin into thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick, and set aside.

Step 2

Remove the stems and seeds from the guajillo and ancho chiles. Soak them in hot water for about 10 minutes until they soften.

Step 3

In a blender, combine the softened chiles, vinegar, orange juice, garlic cloves, cumin, oregano, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth to create the adobo sauce.

Step 4

Place the pork strips into a large bowl and pour the adobo sauce over them, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Step 5

While the pork is marinating, finely chop the onion and cilantro, and cut the lime into wedges for serving.

Step 6

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork strips in batches, cooking until they are fully cooked and slightly charred, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 7

Warm the corn tortillas on a separate skillet or directly over a gas flame until they become pliable.

Step 8

To assemble the tacos, place a few strips of cooked pork onto each tortilla, and top with chopped onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1170.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1483.5

Total Fat 36.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 281.2mg	0%
Sodium 1544.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.8g	0%
Total Sugars 20.6g
Protein 125.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 397.8mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 3815.6mg	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: 21.8%

Protein: 33.2%

Carbs: 45.1%