Paleo Al Pastor Taco

Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of this Paleo Al Pastor Taco, a healthier spin on the beloved Mexican classic! Tender slices of marinated pork shoulder, infused with a smoky-sweet blend of guajillo and ancho chiles, citrus juices, and aromatic spices, are grilled to perfection and paired with caramelized pineapple for an irresistible contrast of flavors. Instead of traditional tortillas, crisp lettuce leaves serve as a refreshing and gluten-free base, making it an ideal option for paleo and low-carb diets. Topped with fresh cilantro, crunchy red onion, and fiery jalapeños, and served with a squeeze of lime, these tacos are a deliciously satisfying meal that's both wholesome and bursting with authentic al pastor goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork shoulder
• 1 cup pineapple
• 4 units dried guajillo chiles
• 2 units dried ancho chiles
• 4 units garlic cloves
• 0.25 cup white vinegar
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 0.25 cup lime juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 8 units lettuce leaves
• 0.5 cup cilantro
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 2 units jalapeños
• 4 units lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Start by rehydrating the dried guajillo and ancho chiles. Remove stems and seeds, then soak the chiles in hot water for about 15 minutes until soft.

Step 2

While the chiles are soaking, cut the pork shoulder into thin slices about 1/4 inch thick and set aside.

Step 3

In a blender, combine the soaked chiles, garlic cloves, white vinegar, orange juice, lime juice, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Blend until you achieve a smooth marinade.

Step 4

Place the sliced pork in a large mixing bowl and pour the marinade over it. Ensure all slices are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Step 5

Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add avocado oil.

Step 6

Grill the marinated pork slices in batches, making sure they are well-cooked and have a nice char, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 7

While grilling, chop the fresh pineapple into small chunks.

Step 8

Once all the pork is grilled, quickly grill the pineapple chunks until slightly caramelized, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

To serve, place a few slices of pork onto each lettuce leaf. Top with grilled pineapple, chopped cilantro, diced red onion, and jalapeño slices.

Step 10

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1597.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2583.2

Total Fat 140.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 800.5mg	0%
Sodium 4244.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.2g	0%
Total Sugars 32.9g
Protein 226.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 407.3mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 5349.1mg	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: 50.0%

Protein: 35.7%

Carbs: 14.4%