Pork Tacos
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Tender pork tenderloin is perfectly seasoned and cooked on the stove in this quick and easy recipe for Pork Tacos! It only takes 15 minutes to make this delicious taco recipe and you can customize it with the toppings of your choice. I recommend pineapple salsa and cilantro lime sauce for the perfect pairing!
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Allow me to introduce you to my new favorite EASY taco recipe! These pork tacos seriously could not be easier to make. All you have to do is dice up pork tenderloin, toss it with taco seasoning and cook it for 5 minutes on the stove. Seriously, 3 steps, 4 ingredients, and you’re done!
Now, if you want to add a couple more ingredients and a take a few more minutes, you can top these tacos with pineapple salsa and cilantro lime sauce. But if you don’t have time, just throw your favorite store-bought salsa and sauce on top of these tacos and you’ve got dinner ready in 15 minutes!
The great thing about pork tenderloin is it’s as lean as a chicken breast, so it’s a healthy option, and it’s super tender! No need to marinate or slow cook the pork for these tacos, just season it and quickly cook it on the stove.
It sounds too good to be true, but trust me, it really is just that easy and delicious! These tacos are in regular rotation around our house, and I think they will be at yours too.
Ingredients
All of the ingredients in this recipe are gluten free, as long as you use corn tortillas. If purchasing store-bought taco seasoning, always check the label to make sure it’s gluten-free.
- Pork tenderloin – a pork tenderloin is just as lean as boneless, skinless chicken breasts. This makes it a healthier option when you’re cooking pork. Although the names are similar, pork tenderloin and pork loin are two very different cuts of meat. The pork loin comes from the animals back, and is a much larger cut of meat, usually between 3-5 pounds. The pork tenderloin is the muscle that runs alongside the backbone of the animal. It’s lean, thin and usually between 1-1.5 pounds. The two should not be substituted for one another because they are much different in size and shape.
- Taco seasoning – I always recommend my homemade spice blend. It’s easy to mix up in 5 minutes with pantry staples like chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. You can make it in advance and store it in the pantry for up to 6 months. You can also use store-bought taco seasoning found on the spice aisle at the grocery store.
- Avocado oil – or another vegetable oil, like canola oil or a mild olive oil.
- Tortillas – I used corn tortillas for this recipe, but you can also use flour tortillas. Pick whichever one you like better. We’ve used both at home, and they both work just fine.
- Pineapple salsa (optional) – this is my all-time favorite topping for these tacos. You can mix it up in just 10 minutes, up to 24 hours before making these pork tacos, then store it in the fridge. It pairs perfectly with the pork and adds a bright, fresh flavor to the tacos. Click the link for my easy homemade recipe.
Instructions
I’ve included step by step photos below to make this recipe super easy to follow at home. For the full detailed recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Dice the pork tenderloin into ½ inch pieces, then toss the pieces of pork in taco seasoning until they’re fully coated.
- Heat oil in a large skillet on the stove over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pieces of pork to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring and flipping occasionally.
- Remove the pork from the heat and spoon it into warm tortillas with the toppings of your choice.
Easy as that, in three simple steps, you have tasty pork tacos! This pork is also delicious in burritos, bowls, or on top of nachos. It’s so quick to season and cook the pork, you can make it for a variety of different meals.
Optional toppings
I like to top these pork tacos with fresh pineapple salsa and cilantro lime sauce. It only takes 15 minutes to make these two recipes, and you can make them ahead of time, so these tacos come together super quick. You can also keep it simple and add any of the following optional toppings to the tacos.
- Sliced red onions or pickled onions
- Fresh cilantro
- Hot sauce
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Pico de gallo
- Mango salsa
- Diced avocado
- Guacamole
- Lime wedges (to squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos)
- Shredded cabbage
- Queso freso or cotija cheese
Storage and reheating
Store leftover cooked pork in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Reheat the pork in a skillet on the stove over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
What to serve with them
Pair the pork tacos with any of these delicious Mexican side dishes!
- Mexican Rice
- Mexican Black Beans
- Cilantro Lime Rice
- Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
- Mexican Pickled Vegetables (pickled onions, carrots and jalapenos)
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Pork Tacos
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds pork tenderloin, diced into small ½ inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning, click link for the recipe
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil, or vegetable oil
- 12 small tortillas, corn or 6 inch flour
Optional toppings
- 1 cup pineapple salsa, click link for the recipe
- ½ cup cilantro lime sauce, click link for the recipe
Instructions
- Dice the pork tenderloin into ½ inch pieces, then toss it with the taco seasoning until it’s evenly coated.
- Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet on the stove over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occassionally.
- Remove the pork from the heat and spoon it into warm tortillas.
- Top with any toppings of your choice. I like to top the tacos with pineapple salsa and cilantro sauce.
Notes
- Store leftover cooked pork in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat the pork in a skillet on the stove over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
- All of the ingredients in this recipe are gluten free, as long as you use corn tortillas. If purchasing store-bought taco seasoning, always check the label to make sure it’s gluten-free.
Nutrition Facts
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