Family Style Pork Tacos are served with pork and fixings displayed on a platter. Everyone is able to create their own tacos based on preference for fillings.
My family loves this recipe because it’s quite different than the typical taco recipe. If you’re looking for a new dinner recipe, I think you’ll feel good about giving this one a try.
How to Make Family Style Pork Tacos:
Chopped pork tenderloin chunks are tossed in a simple spice mixture with onion, cider vinegar and fresh cilantro. After a quick stir-fry, the pork is tossed with (non-traditional!) shredded mozzarella cheese and a little more cilantro. Then it’s ready for the fixings!
Note: if you’re a cilantro hater… or if anyone in your family says “no” to cilantro, simply serve it on the side or leave it out entirely. I personally like cilantro, but I understand that many people don’t care for it.
Another note: If you’re weirded out at the idea of using mozzarella in tacos, substitute the cheese of your choice. I suggest trying pepper jack cheese or a Mexican blend.
The beauty of tacos is that you can choose to serve them with whatever you’d like. For this recipe, I recommend serving these Family Style Tacos with avocado, lettuce, salsa and lime.
Family Style Pork Tacos
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- pinch of cinnamon
- pinch of allspice
- 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1/3-inch cubes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 5 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 15 6-inch corn or flour tortillas, warmed
- chopped avocado, shredded lettuce, salsa and lime wedges
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ancho powder with the salt, oregano, cumin, pepper, cinnamon and allspice. Add the pork, onion, vinegar, and 1/4 cup of the cilantro and mix well.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add the pork and stir-fry over moderately high heat until browned outside and just cooked through. Place the pork in a colander to drain, then transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the cheese and remaining 1 tablespoons cilantro. Serve with warmed tortillas and desired fixings- avocado, lettuce, salsa and lime wedges.
Notes
- *If you are preparing this recipe as GLUTEN-FREE, just be sure to use GF corn tortillas instead of flour.
- *To warm tortillas, place them in a pile (8 at a time), wrap with a dampened paper towel and microwave for about 2 1/2 minutes. Place in a towel covered basket to keep warm.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
