BBQ Pulled Pork Tacos

5 from 2 votes

Update your Taco Tuesday with these BBQ Pulled Pork Tacos! Full of tender and flavorful slow-cooked pork and paired with your favorite toppings, they’re hearty and filling — the ultimate crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time25

Cook Time2

Total Time2 25

Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Main Dishes

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: BBQ, pork, pulled pork tacos, tacos

Servings: Servings

Calories: 527kcal

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion sliced
3 clove garlic cloves minced
2 lb pork shoulder
1 tbsp cumin
2 tsp dry oregano
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp chilli powder
1/3 cup BBQ Sauce
3 cup beef broth (if your broth is sodium-reduced, you may need to add extra salt to the recipe)
8 small flour tortillas

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan. Then, add sliced onion and stir for 5-8 minutes until it is translucent. Add minced garlic and stir for a minute.
Rub pork shoulder with spices and salt. Then, place it over the onion and incorporate BBQ sauce and beef broth. Give it a quick stir.
Cover with a lid and set the stove over low heat. Cook the meat for one hour, and turn it over. Continue cooking it for 30 to 60 more minutes. Then, pull the meat apart with a fork to check if it is ready. If that is the case, shred it apart before the last 10-15 minutes of cooking so that the meat infuses with the remaining cooking sauce.
Prepare your tacos with warm pulled pork and your favorite taco fillings.

Notes

Tips

Choose the Right Cut of Pork: Use pork shoulder or pork butt for the best results. These cuts have a good balance of meat and fat, which makes the pulled pork tender and flavorful.
For flavor enhancement, you can sear the meat in hot olive oil before adding it to the saucepan.
Cooking the pork over low heat for an extended period is key to achieving tender pulled pork. Be patient and resist the temptation to increase the heat.
Warm your flour tortillas before assembling your tacos. You can do this in a dry skillet or microwave them for a few seconds to make them pliable and more enjoyable to eat.
Get creative with your taco fillings. Consider using ingredients like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, diced onions, shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Recipe Notes

These Pulled Pork Tacos are a celebration of bold flavors, tender meat, and the freedom to personalize each taco to suit your taste preferences. Whether you're hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these tacos are sure to be a crowd-pleaser, making them a go-to recipe for any occasion.

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