Smoky Sofrito-Infused Pulled Pork Tacos

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Tender shredded pork braised in a smoky sofrito sauce, served on warm corn tortillas with fresh cilantro and lime. This latin american-inspired tacos & burritos ready in about 210 minutes pairs pork shoulder, sofrito, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 20 min Cook: 190 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Rub 2 lbs pork shoulder with 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Brown pork shoulder on all sides, about 3 minutes per side.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 cup sofrito and 1 cup chicken broth to the pot. Cover tightly and transfer to the oven. Braise for 3 hours until pork is very tender and easily shredded.
  4. Step 4: Remove pork from pot and shred using two forks. Return shredded pork to the pot and stir to coat with sofrito sauce.
  5. Step 5: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds each side.
  6. Step 6: Assemble tacos by placing a generous scoop of pulled pork on each tortilla, topping with 1 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, and serving with lime wedges for squeezing over.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Smoky Sofrito-Infused Pulled Pork Tacos take to make?

Total time is about 210 minutes (20 min prep + 190 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 Smoky Sofrito-Infused Pulled Pork Tacos?

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 pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Smoky Sofrito-Infused Pulled Pork Tacos?

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 Smoky Sofrito-Infused Pulled Pork Tacos for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.

What goes well with Smoky Sofrito-Infused Pulled Pork Tacos?

Latin American tacos & burritos like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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