Description
Ground Pork Tacos are a delightful and flavorful twist on your classic taco night. Bursting with zesty taste and ready in under 30 minutes, these tacos are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The juicy ground pork is expertly seasoned and complemented by bright, quick-pickled onions, transforming your meal into an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining friends, these customizable tacos will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1/2 small yellow or red onion (diced)
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 3 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the pickled onions by combining all ingredients in a medium bowl or glass jar and letting them sit at room temperature.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions in olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Push the onion mixture to one side of the skillet and add ground pork to the empty space. Cook until no pink remains.
- Allow the pork to crisp up for a few minutes without stirring.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, honey/agave, and lime juice until well combined.
- Serve warm in tortillas topped with desired toppings like queso fresco and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg