30 Minute Al Pastor Tacos with Smashed Avocado
Bring the bright flavors of street tacos to your dinner table in just thirty minutes.
recipesbynani.comThese tacos are my go to when I want something exciting for a busy weeknight. They capture the classic sweet and savory spirit of traditional al pastor without needing hours of marinating time.
I love serving these because everyone can customize their own plate. The combination of roasted corn and creamy avocado makes them feel special enough for a weekend meal but quick enough for a Tuesday.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 pound pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup salsa verde
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, mix the chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder together.
- 2
Toss the sliced pork with the spice mix until well coated.
- 3
Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and cook the pork until browned and cooked through, which takes about 6 to 8 minutes.
- 4
In a separate pan or under the broiler, char the corn until it has a nice golden color.
- 5
Mash the avocados in a bowl with a pinch of salt and fold in the charred corn.
- 6
Warm your tortillas in a dry pan for about 30 seconds on each side.
- 7
Assemble the tacos by layering the pork, a spoonful of avocado mash, some pineapple, and a drizzle of salsa verde on each tortilla.
- 8
Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime before serving.
💡 Tips
Store any leftover pork in an airtight container for up to three days. To keep the avocado mash fresh, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface before refrigerating. Serve with extra lime wedges on the side to brighten up the flavors.
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