Pulled Pork Tacos

Experience the bold, smoky flavors of these Pulled Pork Tacos, a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for dinner or festive gatherings. Tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder is seasoned with a flavorful blend of spices, including paprika, cumin, and brown sugar, before being cooked to perfection in a rich barbecue sauce. The pork is paired with a zesty, creamy slaw made from crisp cabbage, carrots, and red onion, enhanced with a tangy lime dressing for the ultimate crunch and freshness. These tacos are served on warm, lightly charred corn tortillas, making every bite a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and sweet. Whether you're hosting taco night or looking for an impressive yet easy meal, these Pulled Pork Tacos are sure to steal the show.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 12 corn tortillas
• 2 cups cabbage
• 1 large carrot
• 0.5 red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 2 lime
• 1 jalapeño
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, and brown sugar.

Step 3

Rub the pork shoulder with the spice mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Step 4

In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Step 6

Pour the barbecue sauce and chicken broth over the pork.

Step 7

Cover the pot with a lid and place it in the preheated oven. Cook for about 5-6 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 8

While the pork is cooking, make the slaw: Thinly slice the cabbage, shred the carrot, and finely slice the red onion and jalapeño.

Step 9

In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrot, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.

Step 10

In a separate small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, juice of 1 lime, and vinegar. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 11

Pour the dressing over the slaw mix and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 12

Once the pork is ready, remove from oven and shred with two forks.

Step 13

Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or directly over a gas burner to char slightly.

Step 14

Assemble the tacos by placing a generous amount of pulled pork on each tortilla.

Step 15

Top with the slaw mixture and a squeeze of fresh lime juice from the remaining lime.

Step 16

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious pulled pork tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2635.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5200.9

Total Fat 320.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 952.5mg	0%
Sodium 9477.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 315.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.7g	0%
Total Sugars 29.1g
Protein 276.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 664.5mg	0%
Iron 30.5mg	0%
Potassium 5601.9mg	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: 54.9%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 24.0%