Cranberry Jalapeño Pork Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours (slow cooker)
Total Time: 6-8 hours 20 minutes

These Cranberry Jalapeño Pork Tacos are a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for taco night. The combination of tender pork, tart cranberries, and zesty jalapeños creates a unique and satisfying meal.

This Tacos Recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile option for any occasion.

Flavorful Cranberry Jalapeño Pork Tacos

This recipe features slow-cooked pork shoulder mixed with a tangy cranberry sauce and fresh jalapeños, served in warm tortillas. It takes about 2 hours to prepare and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

2 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into chunks
1 cup fresh or canned cranberries
1-2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth
12 small corn or flour tortillas
Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Pork: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the pork chunks with salt, pepper, and cumin, then sear them in the skillet until browned on all sides.
Cook the Ingredients: Transfer the seared pork to a slow cooker. Add cranberries, jalapeños, onion, garlic, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
Shred the Pork: Once cooked, shred the pork using two forks and stir it back into the sauce.
Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until warm and pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Fill each tortilla with the cranberry jalapeño pork mixture. Top with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.