This Pineapple Mango Pork Belly Tacos Recipe combines the rich flavors of tender pork belly with the sweetness of pineapple and mango. These tacos are perfect for a flavorful meal that is sure to impress your guests.
The recipe is straightforward and makes use of fresh ingredients to create a delicious taco experience. You can easily adjust the toppings to your liking, making it a versatile choice for any taco night.
Delicious Pork Belly Tacos with Tropical Twist
These tacos feature crispy pork belly topped with a vibrant pineapple and mango salsa, all wrapped in warm tortillas. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork belly, cut into small cubes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 cup diced mango
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Sliced jalapeños for garnish (optional)
- Sour cream or crema for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork Belly: Season the pork belly cubes with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and add the pork belly. Cook until crispy and browned, about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Make the Salsa: In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, mango, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well and set aside.
- 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: Place a generous amount of crispy pork belly on each tortilla, top with pineapple mango salsa, and add sliced jalapeños if desired.
- Serve: Drizzle with sour cream or crema if using, and enjoy your delicious tacos!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g