Grilled Whiskey-Marinated Pork Tacos with Cilantro Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-31 · Updated 2026-05-31

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Tender pork marinated in whiskey and spices, grilled to smoky perfection and served in warm tortillas topped with a fresh cilantro slaw. This Mexican-inspired taco and burrito recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, whiskey, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, thinly sliced pork shoulder
1/4 cup whiskey
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 small corn tortillas
2 cups, finely shredded green cabbage
1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup whiskey, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Step 2: While pork marinates, mix 2 cups finely shredded green cabbage, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, and 1 tsp honey in a bowl. Refrigerate to let flavors meld.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill pork slices for 3-4 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through.
Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds each side until pliable.
Step 5: Assemble tacos by placing grilled pork on tortillas and topping generously with cilantro slaw. Serve immediately.