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Tacos al Pibil

Tacos al Pibil

30 min prep · 2 h 30 min cook · Medium · 4 servings
Mexican
A flavorful Mexican dish featuring tender, marinated pork cooked with traditional spices, perfect for filling warm tortillas with vibrant flavors.

Ingredients
1 kg Cochinita Pibil (pork shoulder or loin, marinated)→
2 tbsp achiote paste→
3 cloves garlic, minced→
2 tbsp orange juice→
1 tbsp lime juice→
1 tsp cumin→
1 tsp dried oregano→
1/2 tsp black pepper→
1 tsp salt→
2 tbsp vegetable oil→
8 small corn tortillas→make it yourself
1 cup cooked black beans→
Fresh cilantro, chopped→
Additional lime wedges for serving→
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Method
1
In a blender, combine achiote paste, garlic, orange juice, lime juice, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt, and vegetable oil.
2
Blend until smooth.
3
Coat the pork with the marinade, ensuring it's well covered.
4
Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
5
Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).
6
Place marinated pork in a baking dish, cover tightly with foil, and cook for 2.5 to 3 hours until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
7
Remove pork from oven and let rest for 10 minutes.
8
Shred the meat with forks.
9
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
10
Fill each tortilla with shredded Cochinita Pibil, top with black beans and chopped cilantro.
11
Serve with lime wedges on the side.

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