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Korean Pork Tacos


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  • Author: Living the Gourmet
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2 1/2 - 3 lbs. of boneless pork rib end - sliced very thin

Korean marinade for the pork:

  • 1 pear - skinned and quartered
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 7 - 8 cloves of garlic
  • 1 small red onion
  • 2 tbs. Lucky Foods Gochujang
  • 2 tbs. sesame oil
  • 1 1/2 tbs. soy sauce
  • 3-inch piece of fresh ginger - peeled and sliced tbs.
  • 2 tbs. sugar
  • 1 tbs. red pepper flakes

For the Taco &  Garnishes:

  • Fresh flatbreads or your favorite soft shells
  • Thin sliced lettuce
  • Thin sliced red onion
  • Halved cherry tomatoes
  • Thin sliced jalapeno
  • Fresh Italian parsley or cilantro - chopped
  • Toasted sesame seeds - for garnish

Instructions

  • Combine all of the ingredients for the marinade in a food processor and give a few good chops.
  • Place the thin sliced pork in a bowl and add the processed marinade.  Toss to incorporate the marinade on each piece.
  • Place in the refrigerator for at least one hour or up to overnight.
  • Heat a griddle or large cast iron frying pan.
  • Place a tablespoon of olive oil in the pan.
  • Place the strips of pork in the pan and cook 2 – 3 minutes then turn over and finish cooking on the other side.  The cooking time will depend on how thin the pork is sliced.

Building your taco:

  • Start by filling each soft shell or flatbread with a handful of lettuce and sliced onion.  Spoon grilled pork on top and garnish with the tomatoes, jalapenos, and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.  Serve alongside your favorite Lucky Foods sauce.  Serve & enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
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