Flavorful Tacos Árabes
Experience a tantalizing blend of Middle Eastern and Mexican flavors with these Tacos Árabes. Marinated pork is grilled to perfection, then nestled in warm pita or tortillas and topped with a creamy chipotle sauce. The perfect dish for gatherings or cozy dinners, these tacos offer a unique twist that will impress your guests!
ingredients
- 2 lbs pork (tenderloin, shoulder, or sirloin), thinly sliced
- 3 limes (juice)
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds or ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 4 bay leaves
- 4 tablespoons cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Handful of chopped parsley **Chipotle Crema:**
- 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or labneh
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste **For Assembly:**
- Pita bread or flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: diced onions, cucumbers, lime wedges
steps
- 1.
Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk lime juice, vinegar, garlic, oregano, cumin, coriander (if using), thyme, and salt. Add pork and onion; combine. Massage marinade into pork and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
- 2.
Make the Chipotle Crema: Blend chipotle peppers, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and salt until smooth. Transfer to a squeeze bottle for drizzling.
- 3.
Cook the Pork: Heat a cast iron skillet or grill pan with oil. Cook marinated pork in batches, 3 minutes per side, until charred and cooked through.
- 4.
Warm the Bread: Toast pita bread or tortillas in a dry skillet until slightly crispy.
- 5.
Assemble the Tacos: Spread chipotle crema on warmed bread. Add cooked pork slices and optional toppings. Squeeze fresh lime juice on top.
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