Authentic Mexican Street Food – healthier version of Tacos al Pastor in 45 Minutes!
Tacos al Pastor
Transport your taste buds to the streets of Mexico City with our healthier spin on Tacos al Pastor!
Traditionally loaded with fat, we’ve lightened this iconic dish using lean pork tenderloin, fiber-rich corn tortillas, and a tangy pineapple-based marinade that tenderizes the meat naturally. The secret? Achiote paste infuses smoky depth without excess oil, while charred pineapple adds caramelized sweetness.
Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, these tacos deliver authentic flavor with 30% less fat. Serve them with zesty lime and crunchy veggies for a balanced, crowd-pleasing meal!
Recommended Occasions: Weeknight dinners, Taco Tuesdays, Cinco de Mayo, Summer cookouts, Meal prep lunches.
Enjoy your vibrant, healthy Tacos al Pastor – a fiesta of flavors that nourishes body and soul!
Ingredients
For Marinade & Pork:
For Tacos:
Optional Ingredients
Instructions
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Marinate:
Blend pineapple, vinegar, achiote, garlic, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until smooth. Coat pork slices in marinade. Refrigerate 30 min.
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Char Pineapple:
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high. Cook pineapple chunks 3–4 min until caramelized. Set aside.
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Cook Pork:
In same skillet, add olive oil. Cook pork slices 4–5 min per side until browned (internal temp 145°F/63°C).
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Warm Tortillas:
Heat tortillas in a dry skillet 30 sec/side.
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Assemble:
Fill tortillas with pork, charred pineapple, onion, and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9g14%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Cholesterol 75mg25%
- Sodium 380mg16%
- Potassium 620mg18%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Dietary Fiber 5g20%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 28g57%
- Vitamin A 45 mcg
- Vitamin C 30 mg
- Calcium 60 mg
- Iron 2.5 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
- Gluten-Free (use corn tortillas)
- Low-Carb Option (serve without tortillas)
- Vegetarian: Swap pork for 2 cups portobello mushrooms.
- Lower-Carb: Serve as a salad bowl (omit tortillas).
- Time-Saver: Use pre-sliced pork.