Spicy Pork and Mango Tacos with Cilantro-Lime Slaw

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

Juicy ground pork sautéed with chili and cumin, paired with fresh mango salsa and tangy cilantro-lime cabbage slaw wrapped in warm corn tortillas. This mexican-inspired tacos & burritos ready in about 25 minutes pairs ground pork, olive oil, chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 8 corn tortillas, warmed
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground pork, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, for 7-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 1 large diced ripe mango, 1 finely chopped small red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 1 minced jalapeño (if using). Toss with 1 tbsp lime juice and set aside to let flavors meld.
3. Step 3: In another bowl, toss 2 cups thinly sliced green cabbage with remaining 2 tbsp lime juice and a pinch of salt to make the cilantro-lime slaw.
4. Step 4: To assemble, spoon the spicy pork mixture evenly onto 8 warmed corn tortillas. Top with mango salsa and a handful of cilantro-lime slaw. Serve immediately.