Spicy Pork Tacos with Red Cabbage Slaw
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
313 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Spicy Pork Tacos with Red Cabbage Slaw
Description
The ground pork is sautéed with minced onion, kosher salt, cinnamon, and ginger paste to build a depth of flavor. After browning, it is coated thoroughly with chili garlic sauce and balanced with a hint of brown sugar to moderate the spice and add sweetness. This creates a filling that is both spicy and aromatic without overwhelming heat.
The accompanying slaw combines cole slaw mix, red cabbage, and fresh cilantro to introduce a crisp and refreshing contrast. Tossed together, the slaw adds color, crunch, and a subtle herbaceous note that complements the rich pork.
Soft flour tortillas are used to wrap the filling, providing a neutral base that holds the tacos together while allowing the spicy pork and vibrant slaw to shine. These tacos work well for casual meals or small gatherings where handheld, easy-to-eat food is desired.
Ingredients
- 6 flour tortillas
- 1 lb ground pork lean
- 1 tsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion small, minced
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 Tbsp ginger paste
- 1 dash cinnamon
- 1 Tbsp Chili garlic sauce
- 1 dash brown sugar
Slaw:
- 1 cup cole slaw
- ½ cup red cabbage chopped
- 2 Tbsp cilantro choppped
Instructions
- To prepare the meat:In a skillet, heat oil on medium heat sauté the onions until translucent.
- Add the pork, and cook until it is brown. Sprinkle in the salt, and cinnamon. Stir in the ginger paste.
- Transfer meat to a bowl lined with paper towel to absorb the grease.
- Next, add in the chili garlic sauce and stir well to coat the meat. Sprinkle in the brown sugar.
To prepare the slaw:
- In a large bowl toss in all the ingredients together.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 313 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 313kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 586mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 327mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 105IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 10.4mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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