Instant Pot Tacos al Pastor

Instant Pot Tacos al Pastor
  • PREP TIME
    1 hrs
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    10 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    37

Transport your taste buds to the streets of Mexico with these Instant Pot Tacos al Pastor! Tender, flavorful pork, infused with pineapple and spices, cooked to perfection in your Instant Pot. This modern twist on a classic dish delivers an explosion of flavor in every bite. Get ready for a taco night that will become a family favorite!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    54 g
  • Cholesterol
    43 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    22 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    1339 mg
  • Sugar
    14 g
  • Fat
    14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
0 mins

Place pork into a large lidded container.

02

Step
8 hrs

Blend pineapple juice, onion, vinegar, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, sazón, chili powder, salt, cumin, and black pepper in a blender until smooth. Pour over pork and toss until all meat is covered. Seal the container and marinate for at least 8 hours or up to 24 hours.

03

Step
30 mins

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot), select the Sauté function, and add vegetable oil. When hot, add marinated pork and brown on all sides, working in batches if necessary, about 5 minutes per batch. Reserve any extra marinade in the lidded container. (approximately 25 minutes)

04

Step
45 mins

Turn off the Sauté function. Pour in reserved marinade, then close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 35 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build. (approximately 50 minutes)

05

Step
15 mins

Release the pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Release the remaining pressure with the quick release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. (approximately 15 minutes)

06

Step
5 mins

Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

07

Step
0 mins

Transfer pork to the prepared baking sheet. Keep any sauce in the Instant Pot. Use forks to coarsely shred the pork, removing and discarding any excess fatty chunks. Spread meat out evenly onto the baking sheet. Add pineapple chunks.

08

Step
5 mins

Broil in the preheated oven until the tips of the meat and pineapples are beginning to get a little brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove from the oven. (approximately 5 minutes)

09

Step
0 mins

Drizzle the reserved sauce from the Instant Pot over pork to moisten it and add more flavor. Arrange pork and pineapple chunks on tortillas. Add onion, pico de gallo, avocado, and cilantro. Garnish with lime wedges.

For an extra smoky flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika to the marinade.
If you don't have chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, you can substitute with 1-2 teaspoons of chipotle powder.
Serve with your favorite toppings such as crumbled cotija cheese, pickled onions, or a drizzle of crema.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 12 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Ottis Vonrueden

    I added a little bit of honey to the marinade and it was delicious!

  • Nils Frami

    This recipe is amazing! The pork is so tender and flavorful.

  • Alexandria Cole

    The Instant Pot makes this recipe so easy and quick.

  • Foster Mann

    I've made this several times, and it's always a hit with my family.

  • Joana Bailey

    I love the combination of sweet and spicy flavors.

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