Tangy Coconut Lime Sauce for Pork Street Tacos
Elevate your pork street tacos with a zesty lime coconut milk ginger sauce. This tropical-inspired sauce adds a tangy and creamy balance to the succulent pork. Bursting with flavors, it combines the richness of coconut milk, the freshness of lime, and the warmth of ginger. Drizzle it over tender pulled pork, wrapped in warm tortillas, and top it off with your favorite toppings for an unforgettable taco experience.
ingredients
- 1 lb pork shoulder, slow-cooked and shredded
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 8 small flour tortillas
- Toppings: sliced radish, chopped red onion, avocado slices, fresh cilantro
steps
- 1.
In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, ginger, cilantro, honey, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes (if desired). Stir well.
- 2.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- 3.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly. Transfer the sauce to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
- 4.
Heat the pulled pork in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. Pour the lime coconut sauce over the pork and stir well to coat.
- 5.
Warm tortillas on a griddle or in the microwave.
- 6.
Assemble your pork street tacos by spooning the pork mixture onto each tortilla. Top with sliced radish, chopped red onion, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro.
- 7.
Serve the tacos warm and enjoy the burst of flavors!
