For a spicier kick, add an extra chile de arbol or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade. If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the ingredients and mix them together. For best results, marinate the pork for at least 4 hours, or even overnight, before slow cooking. Garnish with lime wedges and crema or sour cream for a more authentic touch. To prevent tortillas from becoming soggy, warm them just before serving. Leftover al pastor pork is delicious in quesadillas, burritos, or even as a topping for nachos!
Slow Cooker Tacos al Pastor
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME7 hrs
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TOTAL TIME7 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS15
Embark on a culinary journey to Mexico with these incredibly flavorful Slow Cooker Tacos al Pastor. Marinated pork simmers to tender perfection in a vibrant pineapple and chili sauce, creating a sweet, spicy, and savory delight that will transport your taste buds.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate43 g
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Cholesterol65 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein26 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium543 mg
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Sugar15 g
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Fat14 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPrepare the Marinade: In a food processor, combine the pineapple, quartered onion, chipotle pepper (plus 1 1/2 teaspoons adobo sauce), guajillo chiles, chile de arbol, garlic, and oregano. Blend until completely smooth. (5 minutes)
02
StepCombine the Wet and Dry: Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the orange juice, white vinegar, achiote powder, salt, cumin, lime zest, ancho chile powder, and black pepper. Stir well to combine. (2 minutes)
03
StepSlow Cook the Pork: Place the cubed pork loin in a slow cooker. Pour the sauce over the pork, ensuring it is fully coated. Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 9 hours, or until the pork is very tender and easily shreds. (7-9 hours)
04
StepWarm the Tortillas: About 35 to 40 minutes before the pork is done, begin warming the corn tortillas. (5 minutes)
05
StepCrisp the Tortillas: Heat the canola oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook the tortillas one at a time, until brown spots appear and they are slightly crispy, about 30 seconds to 1 minute per side. Plate tortillas in stacks of two for each taco. (15 minutes)
06
StepShred and Serve: Once the pork is cooked, shred it using two forks. Mix the shredded pork with the sauce in the slow cooker, ensuring it is well coated. Use a slotted spoon to scoop the pork onto the prepared tortillas. Top each taco with a portion of diced fresh pineapple, chopped fresh cilantro, and diced white onion. Serve immediately and enjoy! (10 minutes)
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Evie Stiedemann
Jun 12, 2025Great recipe! The pineapple and chile combination is genius.
Kristofer Berge
Jun 5, 2025These tacos are amazing! I’ve made them several times and they’re always a hit.
Kallie Heidenreich
Jun 3, 2025I added a little extra chipotle pepper for a smokier flavor. Delicious!
Clara Kilback
Jun 3, 2025This recipe is fantastic! The pork was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely make this again.
Ashley Schmitt
May 23, 2025So easy to make in the slow cooker. A real crowd-pleaser!
Georgiana Strosin
May 15, 2025The perfect balance of sweet and spicy. My family loved it!