Pork Carnitas Street Tacos Recipe
These Pork Carnitas Street Tacos bring the authentic flavors of Mexico straight to your table with tender, flavorful pork carnitas served on toasted corn tortillas, topped with fresh corn salsa, creamy guacamole, and crumbled queso fresco. Perfect as a quick and satisfying meal or for entertaining guests, these tacos combine simple ingredients with bold tastes for a delicious street-style experience at home.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 tacos 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
Pork Carnitas
- 2 cups pork carnitas
Tortillas and Oil
- 12 street taco sized corn tortillas
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Toppings
- 1/2 cup corn salsa
- 1/2 cup guacamole
- 1 ounce queso fresco
Instructions
- Toast the Tortillas: Heat half the vegetable oil (1 teaspoon) in a large skillet over high heat. Once the oil is hot, add 2 or 3 corn tortillas at a time and toast each side for 30-60 seconds until warm and slightly crispy. Remove and set the tortillas aside on a warm surface.
- Heat the Carnitas: Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add the 2 cups of pork carnitas to the skillet and cook without stirring for 3-5 minutes to allow them to crisp up slightly. Then stir and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the carnitas are heated through and slightly caramelized.
- Assemble the Tacos: Lay each toasted tortilla flat. Place a scoop of hot pork carnitas in the center of each tortilla. Top with the 1/2 cup corn salsa, add a dollop of 1/2 cup guacamole, and sprinkle with crumbled queso fresco (about 1 ounce) to finish. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add some chopped fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
- Use fresh corn tortillas for best flavor and texture. If unavailable, warm frozen corn tortillas wrapped in a damp paper towel.
- Leftover carnitas can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet for best results.
- Vegetarian version can be made using seasoned jackfruit or beans instead of pork carnitas.
Keywords: pork carnitas, street tacos, Mexican cuisine, corn tortillas, guacamole, queso fresco, corn salsa, quick tacos, authentic tacos
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