Taco night is a staple in our household. It’s a night that everyone looks forward to, and no one complains about the menu. This slow cooker Tacos Al Pastor recipe is one thing we can all agree on.
Once we all have the foundation of al pastor meat, we customize the rest with our favorite toppings and spices. Al pastor meat is marinated pork with fresh pineapple. In our house, it’s a hit year-round.
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As moms, we know time is precious. I love my slow cooker because it does the work without me having to stand in the kitchen. I get the mouthwatering flavor of traditional al pastor tacos, but I also get to “set it and forget it”.
In the summer, my kitchen also stays cool. Reclaim your time with this delicious, shredded pork for taco night!
Easy Al Pastor Taco Recipe
Tacos Al Pastor is a classic Mexican dish of marinated pork. Traditional versions marinate pork in a mixture of chiles and pineapple. Then the pork is roasted on a vertical spit or rotisserie until done.
In my version, I use chili powder, oregano, cumin with the pineapple to achieve a smokier and deeper flavor.
Ingredients
- Pork
- Pineapple (fresh or canned with pineapple juice)
- Lime juice and lime wedges
- Cumin
- Oregano
- Black Pepper
- Salt
- Chili powder
- Tortillas
- Salsa
Make your own tortillas and salsa for even better flavor:
- Homemade Flour Tortillas
- Homemade Corn Tortillas
- Mild Pico de Gallo – Keto Salsa
- Southwest Black Bean and Black Eyed Pea Salad
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Let the Slow Cooker Do the Work
Cook the pork slowly in the slow cooker until it literally falls apart. Shred the cooked pork and add it back into the cooking liquid and spices to absorb more flavor. My family loves the result!
Toppings for Tacos Al Pastor
Place a tortilla on a plate and fill with the shredded al pastor meat and other toppings. I like to mix flavors and textures for my taco toppings. This recipe is a huge hit with my family because once we have the foundation, we each customize it to our personal preference.
Some of us like it spicier, others like it sweeter. What’s your favorite?
- Grilled Pineapple
- Lime wedges or dashes of lime juice
- Black pepper
- Green or red onions
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Queso fresco
What to Serve with Crock Pot Tacos Al Pastor
I love having this slow cooked meat and toppings on hand because my kids can reheat it easily for a quick snack. Usually, I make a big batch and serve it as a nice weeknight dinner. Then my kids eat leftovers as midday snacks the rest of the week.
When we have al pastor for a full dinner, I serve it with a green side salad, fruit salad (especially with pineapple and limes), corn on the cob, and Mexican rice and beans. Pickled carrots and jalapenos add additional interesting flavors and textures.
Tacos Al Pastor (marinated pork tacos made in slow cooker)
Make any night a taco night with this easy tacos al pastor (slow cooker recipe).
Ingredients
- Pork sirloin roast (about 2-2.25 lbs)
- Pineapple, 3/4 cup fresh chopped plus 1/2 cup of water or 8oz can of pineapple chucks with juice
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 Tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 16 corn or flour tortillas
Toppings
- Fresh cilantro, lime wedges, queso fresco, chopped jalapeno, chopped onions, pico de gallo.
Instructions
- Combine and add ingredients from pineapple through olive oil into a crockpot. Stir together to combine.
- Add pork roast to the Crock-Pot and spoon some of the liquid/spices over the roast now. Repeat occasionally during cooking.
- Cover with Crock-Pot lid and cook on high until meat is fork tender (about 5 hours).
- Once roast is fork-tender and falling apart, take it out of crockpot and place on a large cutting board.
- Allow to cook slightly and then shred with 2 forks or meat shredders.
- Return the shredded pork to crockpot and combine with spices and broth. Keep warm until ready to use.
- To make tacos, place desired amount of shredded pork on each tortilla. Top with freshly squeezed lime wedge, chopped onions, cilantro, and any other desired toppings.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
2 tacosAmount Per Serving: Calories: 480Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 505mgCarbohydrates: 88gFiber: 10gSugar: 39gProtein: 19g
Leftover Al Pastor Taco Meat
I love making big batches of meat so I can use it in other recipes. Sometimes I make a double batch and put half in the freezer to use another night. Other times, I make a double batch to repurpose for a different recipe.
Al Pastor meat is delicious in breakfast burritos. Heat up the leftover al pastor meat and scramble some eggs. Load up warm tortillas with the meat, eggs, shredded cheese, and a dollop of salsa or guacamole. Roll them up, and you’ve got a satisfying breakfast on the go.
My kids also like to make pizza using the meat. Start with a pre-made pizza crust or dough and spread a thin layer of tomato sauce or salsa as the base. Reheat the al pastor meat and scatter it evenly over the sauce. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese. Finally, add sliced red onions, diced pineapple, and a drizzle of barbecue sauce. Bake until the crust is crispy, and the cheese is bubbly.
Do you have a regular Taco Night at your house? What types of tacos does your family like? Let me know in the comments below.
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Dan would love these. We’re doing the non-traditional Taco Bar again for Easter, and these sound like they’d be a great addition. Thanks for the recipe!