Keto Tacos Al Pastor

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These Keto Tacos Al Pastor have the typical Mexican street-like flavor, but this is entirely keto-friendly. These tacos are very flavorful and tasty without the added carbs. The taco al pastor is made with the thin slices of the pork shoulder, which are marinated in a mixture of garlic, achiote paste, guajillo chiles, & spices. These tacos are served on fresh butter lettuce leaves or low-carb tortillas, and they are perfect for people on a keto or low-carb diet. Keto Tacos Al Pastor is a very healthy & delicious meal that you can consume for dinner or lunch. We can garnish this taco al pastor with cilantro, red onion, & lime juice. You don’t have to crush the keto diet to have this dish, as it just contains the 6g net carbs in a single serving.

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STATS:

  • Cook Time: Twenty-five mints.
  • Total Time: Forty-five minutes.
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Course: Main
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Prep Time: Twenty mints.
  • Servings: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Strainer
  • Grill
  • Knife
  • Chopping board
  • Spatula
  • Bowl

INGREDIENTS:

TO MAKE THE AL PASTOR PORK:

  • 1 ½ lbs. pork shoulder
  • 2 dried guajillo chiles
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ½ cup white vinegar
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • 1 tbsp. achiote paste
  • ½ tsp. ground cumin
  • ½ tsp. oregano
  • ½ tsp. Salt
  • ¼ tsp. ground cloves
  • 2 tbsp. avocado oil
  • Half red onions

TO MAKE THE KETO TACOS:

  • 8 small low-carb tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

PORK SHOULDER CUT:

  • Pork Shoulder cut is perfect for tacos al pastor because it is very juicy and flavorful when we marinate and slice it thin. You would also utilize the pork butt in place of the shoulder.

GUAJILLO CHILE:

  • Guajillo Chile is a necessary ingredient al pastor as these dried chiles add a deep, smoky flavor and also make them spicy. We can remove the seeds of these chilies to make them less spicy.

ACHIOTE PASTE:

  • Achiote Paste adds a bright red color and also adds a little acidic & earthy flavor. It is available online or in Latin markets and is a crucial component of real al pastor marinade.

ORANGE EXTRACT AND LIME JUICE:

  • You can add the orange extract and lime juice with the keto sweetener in place of orange juice to reduce the carbs; as it adds the tang, flavor, and sweetness like the orange juice.

AVOCADO OIL:

  • Avocado oil is the best oil for keto-friendly cooking it has a high smoke point and it also gives healthy fats.

KETO TORTILLAS:

  • Keto Tortillas is a fantastic keto substitute for regular corn tortillas and these keto tortillas are made with almond or coconut flour. You would also consume the lettuce wraps in place of keto tortillas.

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INSTRUCTION:

  1. We can soften the guajillo chilies in boiling water for ten minutes.
  2. Then we can drain the chilies and add the chilies in the dish.
  3. Now we can add the cumin, oregano, cloves, achiote paste, orange extract, keto Sweetener, vinegar, garlic, and lime juice.
  4. We can add the thin slices of the pork in the bowl and cover the bowl with the lid.
  5. Then we can place marinated pork in fridge.
  6. We can heat the grill pan on moderate heat.
  7. Then we can put the marinated slices of pork on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or till they get properly cooked and brown.
  8. We can heat the tortillas and stuff the tortillas with the cooked pork, cilantro, & red onions and serve.

TIPS:

  • We have to slice the thin pork slices as we can so that they can absorb the marinade properly
  • You have to stack the pork slices on the skewers and then put them on the grill and they are also great for the authentic presentation.
  • We can also add the avocado or sour cream to prepare this dish rich.
  • You have to use the cast iron skillet to brown the pork properly.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the leftover pork in the airtight container and store the dish for 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • Put the marinated or cooked pork in an airtight container and store the pork for 3 months.

FAQs:

Do these tacos al pastor have reduced content of carbs?

  • These tacos al pastor is just comprised of 6g net carbs, and 28g protein per portion of this dish.

Will we store these tacos al pastor?

  • You would put the pork in the seal box and store this dish in the fridge for 4 days and in the freezer for three months.

Can I use different kinds of meat to make these tacos al pastor?

  • We can use the boneless chicken, beef, or turkey to make these tacos al pastor.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 350 kcal
Protein: 28g
Total Carbs: 9g
Net Carbs: 6g
Fiber: 3g
Fat: 22g
Sodium: 620mg
Potassium: 540mg
Calcium: 80mg
Iron: 1.5mg
Vitamin A: 950 IU