Pineapple Habanero Pulled Pork Tacos
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Pineapple Habanero Pulled Pork Tacos! This mouthwatering dish combines tender pulled pork with sweet, juicy pineapple and a spicy kick from habaneros. Wrapped in warm taco shells, these tacos are perfect for any gathering or a cozy night in. With easy preparations and a burst of flavor, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 ripe pineapple, diced (about 4 cups)
- 2 habanero peppers, chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp cumin
- 8 taco shells (soft or crunchy)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- In a slow cooker, combine seared pork with diced onion, minced garlic, brown sugar, cumin, chopped habaneros, and pineapple. Mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender enough to shred.
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it in a large bowl. Mix in some cooking liquid to keep it moist.
- Warm taco shells as instructed and fill them with pulled pork mixture. Top with fresh cilantro and lime juice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Adjust the number of habaneros based on your spice preference. - For added flavor, marinate the pork overnight before cooking. - Substitute pulled pork with chicken or tofu for variations.