Mouthwatering Ground Iberico Pork Tacos Recipes to Try in 2024

Mouthwatering Ground Iberico Pork Tacos Recipes to Try in 2024

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Craving a fresh twist on taco night? Dive into our mouthwatering ground Iberico pork taco recipes for 2024! These inventive and flavorful creations will elevate your taco game with juicy, savory fillings and zesty toppings that’ll have everyone coming back for more. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a kitchen newbie, these recipes promise to make your taco nights deliciously unforgettable.

Recipe 1: Classic Ground Iberico Pork Tacos

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Taco shells or tortillas
  • Toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa

Instructions

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Stir in the ground pork, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in the tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Serve the seasoned pork in taco shells or tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Recipe 2: Spicy Korean Ground Iberico Pork Tacos

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced
  • 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Taco shells or tortillas
  • Toppings: sliced cucumber, shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  • Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
  • Stir in ground pork until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Mix in gochujang, soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Cook for another 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in shredded carrots and green onions.
  • Serve the spicy pork in taco shells or tortillas with sliced cucumber, shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.

Recipe 3: Thai Basil Ground Iberico Pork Tacos

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-3 Thai bird chilies, finely chopped (or to taste)
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (red or green)
  • Taco shells or tortillas
  • Toppings: shredded lettuce, sliced cucumber, chopped peanuts, lime wedges

Instructions

  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in minced garlic and chopped chilies, cooking for an additional minute.
  • Add ground pork and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Mix in fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar, and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Stir in chopped basil and bell pepper, cooking for 2 minutes.
  • Serve the Thai basil pork in taco shells or tortillas with shredded lettuce, sliced cucumber, chopped peanuts, and lime wedges.

Recipe 4: Tex-Mex Ground Iberico Pork Tacos with Avocado Crema

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • Taco shells or tortillas

For Avocado Crema:

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Add ground pork and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix in tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • For the avocado crema, blend the avocado, sour cream, lime juice, and cilantro until smooth. Season with salt.
  • Serve the seasoned pork in taco shells or tortillas with a dollop of avocado crema.

Recipe 5: Mediterranean Ground Iberico Pork Gyro Tacos

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
  • Taco shells or tortillas

For Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Add ground pork and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix in tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, and salt in a bowl for tzatziki sauce. Mix well.
  • Serve the Mediterranean pork in taco shells or tortillas with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

Tips for Serving and Enjoying

Here are some tips for serving and enjoying your delicious ground pork tacos.

Warm Your Tortillas: To enhance their flavor and texture, heat your taco shells or tortillas before serving. You can do this in a dry skillet, oven, or microwave.

Layer Wisely: Start with a base of your ground pork, then add fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced jalapeños. Finish with a drizzle of sauce or crema for added flavor.

Offer Variety: Set up a taco bar with an assortment of toppings and salsas so that everyone can customize their tacos to their taste.

Garnish Generously: To elevate the flavors, add fresh garnishes like chopped cilantro, lime wedges, or avocado slices.

Pair with Sides: Complement your tacos with sides like Mexican rice, black beans, or a fresh salad to make a complete meal.

Enjoy Fresh: Tacos are best enjoyed right after assembling, so the toppings remain crisp and the tortillas stay warm.

Stay Hydrated: Serve with refreshing beverages like iced tea, margaritas, or a simple limeade to balance the flavors and spice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Serve pork tacos with sides like Mexican rice, black beans, fresh salsa, guacamole, and a crisp salad.

Ground beef or ground chicken is often the best meat to mix with ground pork, complementing its flavor and texture while adding variety.

Ground pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Pork tacos can be a healthy option if prepared with lean ground pork, topped with fresh vegetables, and minimal added fats.

Ground pork can be healthy when chosen lean and cooked with minimal added fats, providing protein and essential nutrients.

FELIX FLOREZ was born in McAllen, TX into a farming and ranching family that specialized in livestock with some seasonal South Texas crop work as well. At a young age Felix developed a love for cooking and exploring the culinary arts. Florez's mother encouraged his culinary talents and even toured Texas with him, in an effort to broaden his cooking abilities (much like a young chef "back packing through europe and staging at various restaurants). From the moment he was 14 yrs old, Felix found his way into the food service industry, becoming an expo and host and eventually a waiter at Houston area restaurants. The goal of mastering all positions within a restaurant setting quickly progressed as Felix became a sommelier and soon purchased his first restaurant. This French/Belgian bistro, was purchased by Florez at the tender age of 19, Felix insisted on spending months in each and every position at this Austin, TX restaurant, while attending college, before taking it over completely from the original owners.