Ground Pork Tacos Mexican Recipe

Spice up your taco nights with these mouthwatering Ground Pork Tacos bursting with authentic Mexican flavors!

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Course: dinner

Cuisine: international, latin american, Mexican

Keyword: ground pork, mexican recipe, pork, tacos

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 35

Servings: tacos

Calories: 145kcal

Author: Ana Jimenez

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To a pot, add in the pork, one garlic clove, ¼ onion, bay leaves and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cover with water. Cook for 25 minutes at medium heat until the pork is cooked through. Remove any scum that forms on top.
In a separate small pot, bring water to a boil. Turn off the heat and set aside.
In a small pan over low to medium heat, briefly toast the chili ancho for about 40 seconds per side until it brightens in color. Be cautious not to burn it.
Place the toasted chili ancho in the hot water, cover with a lid, and let it soak for 10 minutes until softened.
Once softened, blend the chili ancho with the cloves, chopped ¼ onion, allspice, remaining 2 garlic cloves, and water. Set aside.
To a pan or skillet at medium to high heat, add in the vegetable oil. Incorporate the potatoes. Cook for 6-7 minutes until the potatoes turn golden brown.
Pour in the chili mixture, season with salt, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until potatoes are tender but still slightly firm.
Once the ground pork is cooked, add it to the skillet with potatoes. Break it into smaller pieces with a fork and mix well. Cook for an additional 3 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
Warm up tortillas. Fill each tortilla with the ground pork mixture. Squeeze a bit of lime juice and top with avocado slices and salsa.

Strain the broth from cooking the ground pork and save it for soups, rice, or stews. It can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Chile ancho is not spicy. It lends a smoky, earthy taste to the recipe that everyone will love, including kids.

Potential pitfalls that could affect the outcome:

Overcooking the Pork: If the pork is cooked for too long, it may become tough and dry. To avoid this, ensure you cook it just until it's no longer pink. You can insert the tip of a knife into the meat to check for doneness.
Burnt Chili Ancho: The chili ancho can easily burn if toasted for too long or at too high a heat. To prevent this, keep a close eye on it while toasting.
Potatoes Not Cooking Through: If the potatoes aren't cooked properly, they may be too firm or crunchy. To ensure they cook evenly, dice them into small, uniform pieces and cook them until they're golden brown and tender, as mentioned in step 6.
Seasoning: Seasoning is crucial in any dish. Taste the mixture as you go along and adjust the seasoning accordingly. Remember that salt enhances the flavors, so don't be afraid to add a little more if needed, but be mindful not to overdo it.
Tortilla Temperature: Cold or stiff tortillas can make assembling the tacos more difficult and less enjoyable. Warm them up just before serving to make them more pliable and flavorful.

By addressing these potential issues and staying attentive to the cooking process, you can ensure a delicious outcome for your Ground Pork Tacos :)