Serious Eats Robb Walsh's Tacos Al Pastor Recipe

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Net Carbs are 9% of calories per serving, at 20g per serving. This food is keto-friendly.

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Keto & Health Insights for Serious Eats Robb Walsh's Tacos Al Pastor Recipe

  • Net Carbs are 9% of calories per serving, at 20g per serving. This meal falls within the range for standard keto diet guidelines (at or under 25g of net carbs). If your daily net carb quota is 25g and if this food almost equals that much, consider whether you're going to eat more food later. Always take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.

Serious Eats Robb Walsh's Tacos Al Pastor Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12 servings   ( 186 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 227
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 48mg
Sodium: 431mg
Total Carbohydrates: 23g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 8g
Protein: 19g
Calcium: 41mg Iron: 1mg
Potassium: 493mg Vitamin A: 13mcg
Vitamin C: 40mg Vitamin D: 0mcg

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup granulated garlic
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon powdered chile
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of ground cumin
  • Salt
  • 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon achiote paste (optional)
  • 2 pounds boneless pork loin, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into long, thick strips
  • For serving:
  • 12 tortillas, warmed
  • Chopped onions and cilantro mixed with lime juice
  • Picante sauce

Instructions

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