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Spicy Pork Tacos


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  • Author: Living the Gourmet
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2-2 1/2 lbs. of pork loin, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbs. vegetable oil
  • Fresh tortillas

For the Rub:

  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbs. Chilli No. 5 Hot Sauce

Toppings & Garnish:

  • Avocado, sliced
  • Jalapeno, sliced
  • Lettuce, shredded
  • Scallion, sliced
  • Fresh lemon or lime wedges
  • Oaxaca cheese or Mozzarella, sliced
  • Fresh Italian parsley, chopped
  • Radishes, thinly sliced
  • Fresh tomatoes, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Mix together the seasonings for the rub and toss into a large bowl with the sliced pork and hot sauce.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour or up to overnight.
  3. Heat a large cast iron frying pan with a tablespoon of vegetable oil.
  4. Once the oil is hot, add the sliced pork to the pan.
  5. Depending on how thick or thin the pork is sliced.  Cook the pork for about 3 minutes per side or until the pork is nice and golden and the juices run clear.

Assembly:

  1. Take a warm tortilla and layer with your favorite toppings as pictured. Finish it off with an extra dab of hot sauce if desired.  Serve and enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
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