Smoked Pepper Pork Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

These Smoked Pepper Pork Tacos are a flavorful twist on traditional tacos, featuring tender, smoky pork seasoned with a blend of spices. Perfect for gatherings or a casual dinner, this tacos recipe is sure to impress your guests.

The preparation involves marinating the pork, smoking it to perfection, and assembling the tacos with fresh toppings. It’s a straightforward process that delivers delicious results.

Delicious Smoked Pepper Pork Tacos

This recipe combines marinated pork shoulder smoked until tender and juicy, then served in warm tortillas with your choice of toppings. The dish takes about 2 hours to prepare and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

2 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
12 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup diced onions
1 cup chopped cilantro
Lime wedges for serving
Salsa or hot sauce for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil. Coat the pork shoulder with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Smoke the Pork: Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Place the marinated pork shoulder in the smoker and cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).
Rest the Pork: Remove the pork from the smoker and let it rest for 15 minutes before shredding.
Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a skillet or on the grill. Fill each tortilla with shredded smoked pork, and top with diced onions, chopped cilantro, and your choice of salsa or hot sauce.
Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and serve immediately.