Martinez's Tacos al Pastor
A smoky, marinated taco dish inspired by Mexican street food traditions. This mexican-inspired vegan (vegan) ready in about 70 minutes pairs medium tortillas, cubed pork, diced pineapple for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 8, 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.
Ingredients
- 8 medium tortillas
- 1 lb, cubed pork
- 1 cup, diced pineapple
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 lime
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups, shredded lettuce
- 2 medium, diced tomato
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp hot sauce
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix 1 lb cubed pork with 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 2 tbsp lime juice. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the marinated pork for 5 minutes, then add 1 cup diced pineapple and cook for 5 minutes until tender.
- Step 3: Warm 8 medium tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Layer with 4 cups shredded lettuce, 2 diced tomatoes, 1 diced onion, and 1/4 cup sour cream.
- Step 4: Top with 1 lb cooked pork-pineapple mixture and drizzle with 1 tbsp hot sauce. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Martinez's Tacos al Pastor take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (40 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Martinez's Tacos al Pastor?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium tortillas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Martinez's Tacos al Pastor?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Martinez's Tacos al Pastor for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Martinez's Tacos al Pastor vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 30-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
