Instant Pot Tacos al Pastor Recipe

If you're a fan of Mexican cuisine, then you're in for a treat with this Instant Pot Tacos al Pastor recipe. Tacos al Pastor is a traditional Mexican dish that features marinated and slow-cooked pork, typically cooked on a spit. It's a flavorful and savory dish that's perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual weeknight dinner or a festive gathering with friends and family.

While traditional Tacos al Pastor recipes call for hours of marinating and slow-cooking, this Instant Pot v...

While traditional Tacos al Pastor recipes call for hours of marinating and slow-cooking, this Instant Pot version cuts down on the time and effort without sacrificing any of the delicious flavors. With the help of the Instant Pot, you can have tender and juicy pork ready to be assembled into mouth-watering tacos in a fraction of the time.

The key to the authentic flavor of Tacos al Pastor lies in the marinade. This recipe uses a combination of dried chilies, garlic, pineapple juice, vinegar, and a blend of aromatic spices to create a rich and robust marinade that infuses the pork with incredible flavor. The use of pineapple juice adds a hint of sweetness and acidity that balances out the savory and spicy elements, resulting in a perfectly balanced dish.

Once the pork is marinated, it's cooked in the Instant Pot until it's fall-apart tender. The hands-off cooking method of the Instant Pot allows you to achieve the same tender and flavorful results as traditional slow cooking methods, but in a fraction of the time. This means you can enjoy the delicious flavors of Tacos al Pastor without having to wait for hours.

Once the pork is cooked, it's ready to be assembled into tacos. Serve the tender pork in warm tortillas, and top it with your favorite taco toppings, such as onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. The result is a mouthwatering and satisfying dish that's sure to become a new favorite in your household.

Whether you're a fan of Mexican cuisine or just love delicious and flavorful dishes, this Instant Pot Tacos al Pastor recipe is a must-try. With its rich and aromatic marinade, tender and juicy pork, and easy preparation thanks to the Instant Pot, it's a recipe that's sure to impress and satisfy anyone who tries it.

Ingredients

3 pounds pork butt, cut into 2-inch cubes
2 cups pineapple juice
1 cup chopped onion
¼ cup white vinegar
1 medium orange, juiced
1 medium lime, juiced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 (1.41 ounce) package sazón seasoning with achiote
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or more as needed
20 ounces pineapple chunks, drained
12 (10 inch) flour tortillas
½ cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup pico de gallo salsa, or more to taste
1 medium avocado, diced (Optional)
⅛ cup chopped cilantro
1 lime, cut into wedges

Information

Prep Time: 1 hr
Cook Time: 1 hr
Additional Time: 8 hrs 15 mins
Total Time: 10 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 12

Place pork into a large lidded container.

Blend pineapple juice, onion, vinegar, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, sazón, chili powder, salt, cumin, and black pepper in a blender until smooth. Pour over pork and toss until all meat is covered. Seal the container and marinate for at least 8 hours or up to 24 hours.

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot), select the Sauté function, and add vegetable oil. When hot, add marinated pork and brown on all sides, working in batches if necessary, about 5 minutes per batch. Reserve any extra marinade in the lidded container.

Turn off the Sauté function. Pour in reserved marinade, then close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 35 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Release the pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Release the remaining pressure with the quick release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

Transfer pork to the prepared baking sheet. Keep any sauce in the Instant Pot. Use forks to coarsely shred the pork, removing and discarding any excess fatty chunks. Spread meat out evenly onto the baking sheet. Add pineapple chunks.

Broil in the preheated oven until the tips of the meat and pineapples are beginning to get a little brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove from the oven.

Drizzle the reserved sauce from the Instant Pot over pork to moisten it and add more flavor. Arrange pork and pineapple chunks on tortillas. Add onion, pico de gallo, avocado, and cilantro. Garnish with lime wedges.

Nutrition

431 cal.

Total Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 43mg
Sodium: 1339mg
Total Carbohydrate: 54g
Dietary Fiber: 5g
Total Sugars: 14g
Protein: 22g
Vitamin C: 16mg
Calcium: 128mg
Iron: 4mg
Potassium: 550mg

How to Make Instant Pot Tacos al Pastor - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients

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Nutrition

431 cal.

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