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Quick 30 Minute Al Pastor Tacos with Smashed Avocado

These easy tacos bring all the bright flavors of traditional al pastor to your table in just thirty minutes.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Mexican· July 15, 2026
Quick 30 Minute Al Pastor Tacos with Smashed Avocado
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
4

There is something so special about the combination of sweet pineapple and savory pork in al pastor tacos. I love making this version at home when I want a festive meal without spending all night in the kitchen. It is a fantastic way to treat your family to something fun and flavorful on a busy weeknight.

My favorite trick for this recipe is to get a really nice sear on your pork. It helps recreate that charred taste you usually only get from a spit. Serve these up with plenty of napkins and your favorite hot sauce for the full experience.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pork tenderloin, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple
  • 1/2 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup roasted corn kernels
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix the chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder in a small bowl, then toss the sliced pork in the spice blend until well coated.

  2. 2

    Heat a large skillet over medium high heat with a splash of oil. Add the pork and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes until it is browned and cooked through.

  3. 3

    While the meat cooks, mash the avocados in a bowl with the lime juice and stir in the roasted corn.

  4. 4

    In a separate small bowl, mix the diced pineapple with the salsa verde.

  5. 5

    Warm your tortillas in a clean pan or the microwave.

  6. 6

    To assemble, place a portion of pork on each tortilla, top with the smashed avocado mixture, add a spoonful of the pineapple salsa, and finish with a sprinkle of cilantro.

💡 Tips

These tacos taste best served immediately while the pork is hot. If you have leftovers, store the meat and the avocado mixture in separate containers in the fridge for up to two days. You can reheat the pork quickly in a skillet to keep it from drying out.

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