Spicy Tamarind Pork Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Spicy Tamarind Pork Tacos are a flavorful twist on traditional tacos, combining the tangy taste of tamarind with tender, marinated pork. This Tacos Recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a festive gathering.

The preparation is simple and the result is a deliciously spicy and savory dish that can be customized with your favorite toppings.

Delicious Spicy Tamarind Pork Tacos

This recipe features marinated pork cooked to perfection, then served in warm tortillas with fresh toppings. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 lb pork shoulder, thinly sliced
1/4 cup tamarind paste
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup diced onions
1 cup chopped cilantro
Lime wedges for serving
Sliced jalapeños for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Marinate the Pork: In a bowl, combine tamarind paste, soy sauce, honey, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced pork and mix well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Pork: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
Warm the Tortillas: In a separate pan, warm the tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Place a portion of the cooked pork on each tortilla. Top with diced onions, chopped cilantro, and jalapeños if desired.
Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and serve immediately with additional lime wedges on the side.