5 from 12 votes
Mexican Pork Chop Sliders al Pastor
These Mexican Pork Chop Sliders al Pastor feature thin boneless pork loin chops marinated in a blend of chipotle chiles, adobo sauce, orange juice, pineapple, and spices. Grilled pork and pineapple slices lend a smoky sweetness balanced by pickled red onions and fresh cilantro, all served on sweet Hawaiian rolls with mayonnaise. The sliders combine savory, spicy, and tangy flavors with juicy textures, making them a flavorful handheld option for gatherings or casual meals.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
14 mins
Total Time
24 mins
Servings:
16
sliders
Calories:
256 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mexican, Tex-Mex
Ingredients
- 3 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce plus 2 tablespoons of the canning sauce
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 orange juiced
- ½ red onion roughly chopped
- 1 pineapple sliced ¼-inch thick rounds
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt coarse
- 1 teaspoon oregano preferably Mexican, dried
- 1 1/2 pounds pork loin chops boneless, thin
- Hawaiian sweet rolls or wheat cocktail rolls
- mayonnaise
- red onion pickled
- cilantro
Instructions
- In a blender, combine chipotle chiles, adobo sauce, oil, juice, onion, 2 pineapple rounds, garlic, salt, and oregano. Blend until smooth. Place the pork chops in a large gallon re-sealable bag and pour half of the marinade over the meat. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour, but I would suggest overnight to lock in the flavors. Reserve remaining marinade as a sauce or salsa.
- On a hot grill lay pork chops in a single layer. When richly browned, usually just about 3 to 4 minutes, flip and brown the other side.
- Transfer chops to cutting board and let rest 3 minutes. Slice in half.
- Lightly brush both sides of the remaining pineapple rings with vegetable oil. Grill turning once, until lightly charred, about 3 minutes per side.
- Slather toasted rolls with mayonnaise, top with grilled pork, a dollop of chipotle sauce; top with pickled red onions, charred pineapple, and cilantro.
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Notes
- Assemble sliders immediately before eating to avoid soggy buns, as the pork and pineapple are juicy.
- Do not over-marinate the pork to prevent it from becoming mushy; overnight or at least one hour is recommended.
- Toast the rolls with a thin layer of mayonnaise or butter to add texture and flavor.
- Reserve some marinade for serving as a sauce or salsa with the sliders.
Nutrition Information
Calories
256kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
32g
(11%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
28mg
(9%)
Sodium
563mg
(23%)
Potassium
312mg
(7%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
210IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
37mg
(41%)
Calcium
95mg
(10%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16 sliders
Amount Per Serving
Calories 256
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 256kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 563mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 312mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 210IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 37mg | 41% |
| Calcium | 95mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.