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How To Cook Al Pastor Meat
All you need to know about: How To Cook Al Pastor Meat.
Preparation
To begin cooking Al Pastor meat, you will need to gather the following ingredients:
- 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into cubes
- 1/3 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons achiote paste
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Cooking
Once all of the ingredients are gathered, the cooking process can begin.
- In a medium bowl, combine pineapple juice, vinegar, orange juice, achiote paste, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, pepper, and salt. Mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Place pork cubes in a large resealable bag, pour in marinade, and mix until pork cubes are fully covered. Place in the refrigerator and marinate for at least 4 hours.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add pork cubes, including marinade, to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve and enjoy!
Serving
Al Pastor meat is most often served as tacos or burritos. It can also be served with rice, beans, and other Mexican side dishes for a complete meal.