Tiki-Style Pulled Pork Tacos with Mango Slaw

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Slow-cooked pulled pork enhanced with tropical spices, served in soft tortillas topped with a crisp mango and cabbage slaw. This latin american-inspired pork ready in about 495 minutes pairs pork shoulder, pineapple juice, orange juice 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: 15 min Cook: 480 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a slow cooker, place 2 lbs pork shoulder and pour 1 cup pineapple juice and 1/2 cup orange juice over it. Sprinkle 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly on top.
  2. Step 2: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
  3. Step 3: While the pork cooks, prepare the mango slaw by combining 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 cup diced ripe mango, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes in a bowl. Toss gently to combine and chill.
  4. Step 4: When the pork is done, shred it with two forks directly in the slow cooker and mix with the cooking juices for moisture.
  5. Step 5: Warm 8 corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly toasted.
  6. Step 6: Assemble the tacos by placing a generous scoop of pulled pork on each tortilla and topping with a heaping spoonful of mango slaw. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Tiki-Style Pulled Pork Tacos with Mango Slaw take to make?

Total time is about 495 minutes (15 min prep + 480 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 Tiki-Style Pulled Pork Tacos with Mango Slaw?

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 Tiki-Style Pulled Pork Tacos with Mango Slaw?

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 Tiki-Style Pulled Pork Tacos with Mango Slaw 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 Tiki-Style Pulled Pork Tacos with Mango Slaw?

Latin American pork 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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