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Pork Tacos with Fresh Pico de Gallo and Guacamole

Perfect for any time of day, this recipe delivers great flavor effortlessly.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 40 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

Dry Rub:
  • 1 pork tenderloin diced into bite-size chunks
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp onion powder
  • sea salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste I did 1/2 tsp of each
Pico de Gallo:
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes diced and seeded
  • ½ sweet yellow onion or red onion diced
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • ½ Jalapeño seeded and chopped (more if you want spicier)
  • 1 clove of garlic minced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • sea salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
Other Ingredients:
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • corn tortillas
  • fresh guacamole
  • cotija cheese grated
  • black beans
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

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  1. Make the dry rub by combining all ingredients in a large zip lock bag and mix until all the diced pork is equally covered in the dry rub.
  2. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  3. Make the pico de gallo by combining the tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and garlic. in a bowl. Add lime juice, salt, and pepper, to taste. Stir gently until mixed thoroughly; set aside to allow flavors time to mingle.
  4. Cook the pork by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is really hot add the pork and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the pork is cooked through. Set aside.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the black beans (rinsed and drained) in a small saucepan over medium low heat, season with a touch of garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste, and cook until warm, stirring occasionally.
  6. Cook the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 45 - 60 seconds on each side or until soft and pliable.
  7. Build tacos with pork, black beans, cotija cheese, pico de Gallo, and guacamole. Don't forget a squeeze of fresh lime juice right before you eat it. Enjoy.