Tamarind-Lime Grilled Pork Tacos

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

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Juicy grilled pork marinated in tangy tamarind and lime, served in warm tortillas topped with fresh slaw and cilantro for a vibrant taco experience. This Mexican-inspired taco and burrito recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, thinly sliced, tamarind paste, fresh lime juice 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: 40 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb pork shoulder, thinly sliced
2 tbsp tamarind paste
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 small corn tortillas
2 cups shredded green cabbage
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
4 lime wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp tamarind paste, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb thinly sliced pork shoulder and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated pork slices for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred.
Step 3: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side until pliable.
Step 4: Assemble tacos by layering grilled pork, 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves in each tortilla. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing.