These Chipotle Guacamole Pork Tacos are a delicious and satisfying meal option. Featuring tender pork, zesty chipotle guacamole, and fresh toppings, this tacos recipe is perfect for any occasion.
The preparation is straightforward, making it easy to whip up a flavorful dinner that everyone will enjoy.
Delicious Pork Tacos with Chipotle Guacamole
This recipe combines slow-cooked pork with a creamy chipotle guacamole, served in warm tortillas. It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork shoulder, cut into chunks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pork: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the pork with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sear the pork chunks until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Simmer: Add chicken broth to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 1 hour, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
- Make the Guacamole: In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix in lime juice, minced chipotle pepper, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt to taste.
- Warm the Tortillas: In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Shred the cooked pork and place it on the warm tortillas. Top with chipotle guacamole, diced tomatoes, and red onion.
- Serve: Garnish with lime wedges and enjoy your delicious Chipotle Guacamole Pork Tacos!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 20g