Ingredients:
For the Pork:
- 1 pound pork shoulder or pork tenderloin, cut into small cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Toppings:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese of your choice
- Lime wedges for garnish
- Sour cream or salsa (optional)
Instructions:
1. Season the Pork:
- In a bowl, combine the cubed pork with ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and the juice of 1 lime. Toss to coat the pork evenly.
2. Sear the Pork:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté for about 2 minutes until they become fragrant and translucent.
- Add the seasoned pork cubes and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
3. Assemble the Toppings:
- While the pork is cooking, prepare your taco toppings. Chop the lettuce, dice the tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro, and set them aside.
4. Warm the Tortillas:
- Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave them for a few seconds until warm and pliable.
5. Serve:
- To assemble the tacos, place a spoonful of the cooked pork in the center of each tortilla.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco or your choice of cheese on top.
- Serve the tacos with lime wedges and offer sour cream or salsa on the side if desired.
6. Enjoy!
- Serve your delicious pork tacos hot, and let everyone customize their tacos with their favorite toppings and condiments.
These pork tacos are bursting with flavor and are perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Feel free to adjust the toppings to your liking and enjoy your homemade pork tacos!