Sweet and Smoky Pulled Pork Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes

These Sweet and Smoky Pulled Pork Tacos are a delicious twist on a classic taco recipe, featuring tender, flavorful pulled pork that is both sweet and smoky. Perfect for gatherings or a casual weeknight dinner, these tacos are sure to impress.

The recipe is straightforward and allows for customization with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile option for taco night.

Delicious Pulled Pork Tacos Recipe

This tacos recipe features slow-cooked pulled pork seasoned with a blend of spices and a touch of sweetness, served in warm tortillas. The dish takes about 8 hours to prepare and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

3-4 pounds pork shoulder
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
12 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup coleslaw (optional)
Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Pork: In a bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Slow Cook the Pork: Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over it. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
Shred the Pork: Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce.
Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or until warm and pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Place a generous amount of pulled pork on each tortilla. Top with coleslaw and garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.
Serve: Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.