Smoky Pulled Pork Tacos
Turn your leftover pulled pork into a delectable taco filling, packed with smoky flavors and topped with fresh cilantro. These mouthwatering tacos will transport you to a vibrant Mexican street food experience.
ingredients
- 2 cups leftover pulled pork
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
steps
- 1.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- 2.
Add the leftover pulled pork to the skillet and sprinkle with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and let it cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 3.
Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or directly over a low flame.
- 4.
Assemble the tacos by placing a spoonful of the smoky pulled pork onto each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
- 5.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos just before serving to enhance the flavors.
- 6.
Serve the tacos warm and enjoy the smoky pulled pork goodness!