Ground Pork Tacos

Get ready to elevate taco night with these bold and flavorful Ground Pork Tacos, a quick and easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Featuring perfectly seasoned ground pork infused with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and a touch of oregano, this dish offers a smoky, savory kick that's balanced by the freshness of your favorite toppings. The pork is complemented by a medley of diced onions, garlic, and a touch of tomato paste for a rich, satisfying filling, while warm tortillas provide the perfect base. Pile on crispy shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and a dollop of creamy sour cream, finishing with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a bright, zesty touch. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, these customizable tacos are sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or any time you're craving Mexican-inspired comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.25 cup water
• 8 small corn or flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 sliced into wedges fresh lime

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the cooked ground pork from the skillet and set it aside. Drain any excess fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Return the ground pork to the skillet and mix in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Add the tomato paste and water to the skillet, stirring until the mixture is evenly coated and slightly thickened. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 8

Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet, microwave, or oven until soft and pliable.

Step 9

Assemble the tacos by dividing the ground pork mixture onto each tortilla.

Step 10

Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1495.3 grams (1495.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2633

Total Fat 161.10g	207%
Saturated Fat 75.40g	377%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 587mg	196%
Sodium 3992mg	174%
Total Carbohydrate 144.80g	53%
Dietary Fiber 25.20g	90%
Total Sugars 26.00g
Protein 166.90g	334%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1450mg	112%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 1548mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.8%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 21.5%