Ground Pork Tacos
Spice up your dinner routine with our delectable ground pork tacos. Discover a new favorite dish that is quick to make on busy days.
Servings (Adjustable):
Calories: 720kcal
Ingredients
GROUND PORK:
- ⅔ pound lean ground pork about 300 grams
- ½ piece chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- pinch of kosher salt
- ground black pepper to taste
- 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
FOR SERVING:
- 4 mini tortillas
- 4 tablespoons avocado salsa
- ½ thinly sliced red onion
- ¼ slice shredded red cabbage
- ½ chopped tomato
- ¼ cup freshly shredded cheese Mexican cheese or cheddar
- 1 lime cut into wedges
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro optional
Instructions
- In a heated skillet, warm each side of mini tortillas for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Set aside.
- Place lean ground pork in the same heated skillet. Brown ground pork. Drain excess oil. Transfer browned ground pork into a plate.
- Pour 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil in the same skillet. Sauté red onions for 1 to 2 minutes. Add garlic and continue to sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add browned ground pork with red onions and garlic. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Break up the lumps into small pieces.
- Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano. Mix well. Cook for another 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Set aside.
- Assemble tacos. Place 1 warmed mini tortilla on a plate. Add a dollop of avocado salsa and spread, leaving ¼ of an inch from the rim. Add 5 to 6 tablespoons of seasoned ground pork. Top with red cabbage, red onions, and tomatoes. Grate cheddar cheese on top. Sprinkle with cilantro.
- Serve with a lime wedge.
Notes
To achieve perfectly cooked ground pork that is juicy and crispy, start by browning it in a hot skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Break up any clumps with a spatula and allow it to cook undisturbed for a few minutes until you see some caramelization forming. This will enhance the taste and give your tacos an appealing texture. Remember to drain any excess fat after cooking if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 720kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 24g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 568mg | Potassium: 995mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 781IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 244mg | Iron: 5mg