Paleo Adobada Tacos

Savor the bold, smoky flavors of Paleo Adobada Tacos, a healthy twist on a classic Mexican favorite. Juicy, slow-roasted pork shoulder is marinated in a vibrant adobo sauce made from blended guajillo and ancho chiles, tangy white vinegar, and fresh orange juice, creating a tender and flavor-packed filling. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves instead of tortillas, these paleo-friendly tacos are topped with creamy avocado, crunchy red onion, and fragrant cilantro for a fresh, satisfying bite. Perfect for meal prep or an impressive dinner, these tacos are gluten-free, dairy-free, and utterly delicious. Don’t forget a squeeze of lime to brighten every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork shoulder
• 4 pieces dried guajillo chiles
• 2 pieces dried ancho chiles
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup orange juice
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 pieces lettuce leaves
• 1 unit ripe avocado
• 0.5 unit red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 unit lime

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the chiles. Remove stems and seeds from the guajillo and ancho chiles.

Step 2

In a bowl, soak the chiles in hot water for about 15 minutes until they are soft and pliable.

Step 3

Drain the chiles and place them in a blender along with white vinegar, orange juice, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the adobo sauce.

Step 4

Cut the pork shoulder into slices about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 5

Place the pork slices in a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour the adobo sauce over the pork, ensuring it is completely covered. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator, or overnight for best results.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 7

Transfer the marinated pork to a roasting pan and cover tightly with aluminum foil.

Step 8

Bake in the oven for about 2.5 to 3 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

Step 9

While the pork is cooking, prepare the toppings. Dice the avocado and slice the red onion thinly. Roughly chop the cilantro, and cut the lime into wedges.

Step 10

Once the pork is cooked, shred it with a fork and mix it with any remaining cooking juices.

Step 11

To assemble the tacos, place some shredded pork onto each lettuce leaf. Top with avocado, red onion, and cilantro.

Step 12

Squeeze some fresh lime juice over each taco before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1815.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2579.3

Total Fat 136.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 800.5mg	0%
Sodium 3085.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.3g
Protein 229.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 442.2mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 6171.0mg	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: 48.8%

Protein: 36.6%

Carbs: 14.6%