Citrus-Marinated Pork Tacos with Pickled Onions

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
44%
Citrus-Marinated Pork Tacos with Pickled Onions
742 min.
9
345kcal

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Embark on a culinary journey with our Citrus-Marinated Pork Tacos that will tantalize your taste buds and bring a burst of flavor to your lunch or dinner table. This gluten-free and dairy-free delight is not just a meal; it's an experience that combines the juiciness of marinated pork with zesty citrus notes and the delightful crunch of pickled onions.

Imagine slow-cooked, tender pork shoulder infused with the warmth of ancho chile powder, ground annatto, and a medley of fresh citrus juices. Each bite promises a harmonious blend of spices and zest, while the creamy guacamole adds a rich and satisfying texture to your tacos. Perfectly served on gluten-free corn tortillas, these tacos are not only a feast for your taste buds but also a wholesome, health-conscious option for any gathering.

With a preparation time that allows the flavors to marinate overnight, this recipe is ideal for meal prep, making it a convenient choice for busy weeknights or laid-back weekend feasts. Elevate your taco game with this vibrant dish, and impress your family and friends with a plateful of homemade goodness that proves flavorful meals can be both healthy and indulgent!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon ancho chile powder 
  • teaspoons annatto powder (achiote seed)
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 3.5 pound bone-in pork shoulder bone-in trimmed cut in half crosswise (Boston butt)
  • 18 6-inch corn tortillas gluten-free ()
  •  garlic cloves crushed
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • cup guacamole 
  •  jalapeno minced seeded
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • 0.5 cup juice of lime fresh
  • 0.3 cup orange juice fresh
  • cup orange juice fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon oregano dried
  • medium onion red halved
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • ziploc bags
  • dutch oven
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. To prepare pulled pork, combine first 9 ingredients in a large heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag.
  2. Add pork to bag. Seal bag, turning to coat. Marinate in refrigerator overnight, turning occasionally.
  3. Preheat oven to 32
  4. Remove pork from marinade, reserving marinade.
  5. Place pork in a large Dutch oven; pour marinade over pork. Cover and bake at 325 for 4 hours or until pork is fork-tender.
  6. To prepare pickled onions, while pork cooks, place red onion and next 4 ingredients (through jalapeo pepper) in a medium bowl, tossing to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator at least 2 hours.
  7. Remove pork from pan, and place on a cutting board. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid; discard remaining cooking liquid.
  8. Remove pork from bones; place in a large bowl. Shred pork with 2 forks. Stir in reserved cooking liquid.
  9. Place 1/4 cup pork mixture on each tortilla. Top with about 1 tablespoon Guacamole and about 3 tablespoons pickled onions.
  10. Tip: This pork is best when made ahead and refrigerated for a few days to blend the flavors. Then you can scrape off any excess fat before reheating it on the cooktop over low heat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories345kcal
Protein28.6%
Fat34.34%
Carbs37.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.17
Glycemic Load
12.44
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
21.163912980453%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
5.93mg
Naringenin
0.81mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.61mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:345.4kcal
17.27%
Fat:13.41g
20.64%
Saturated Fat:3.51g
21.95%
Carbohydrates:32.57g
10.86%
Net Carbohydrates:26.88g
9.78%
Sugar:4.49g
4.98%
Cholesterol:72.09mg
24.03%
Sodium:499.97mg
21.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.14g
50.28%
Vitamin B1:1.06mg
70.92%
Selenium:35.3µg
50.43%
Phosphorus:410.21mg
41.02%
Vitamin C:29.88mg
36.22%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.44%
Vitamin B3:6.1mg
30.52%
Zinc:4.32mg
28.8%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.25%
Fiber:5.69g
22.77%
Potassium:723.8mg
20.68%
Magnesium:76.2mg
19.05%
Vitamin B12:0.9µg
15.06%
Vitamin B5:1.45mg
14.45%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.21%
Copper:0.27mg
13.53%
Iron:2.38mg
13.22%
Folate:45.82µg
11.45%
Calcium:74.72mg
7.47%
Vitamin K:7.1µg
6.77%
Vitamin E:0.94mg
6.25%
Vitamin A:212.95IU
4.26%
Source:My Recipes