Mexican pork main dish recipes

Carnitas

Carnitas are the Mexican version of pulled pork. Braised first in a spicy sauce, pork shoulder is slow cooked until so tender the meat just shreds…

Delicious Pork and Bean Stew for Tostadas, Tacos, or Burritos

This is an easy slow cooker recipe that is delicious and versatile. Serve this as filler for any mexican dish,…

Pork Tenderloin Adobada

If you like carnitas and fajitas, but are in the mood for something a little different, give his recipe a try. I think you'll be impressed with the…

Pulled Pork Tacos

I had a mexican themed dinner party for 10 adults and made these pork tacos. They were amazing! The meat was so tender and flavorful. I also…

Carne a la Gringo

Pulled Pork "Pibil"

Pulled pork may be a bit time-consuming but it is actually quite easy to do. In fact, although it takes long, slow cooking, like a lot of such…

Tacos

This recipe includes a chile verde sauce, slow cooked pork, and fried corn tortillas. I typically prepare this one on the weekend so I'm ready for…

Pulled Pork Tacos

Ok, so I had never used a crock pot before tonight, and I can't believe what I've been missing out on! I had been stressing all day that my…

Carnitas

Of all the mexican style meats, Carnitas is by far my favorite. Its great to serve in simple tacos or as a main course. Made of flavorful pork with…

Grilled Pork Tenderloin Wtih Green Chile Tomatillo Sauce

This is a tasty grilled pork dish. Different cuts of pork will work but we like the tenderloin best as it is…

BBQ Pork and Potato Tacos

Pineapple and Pork Tacos with Avocado Crema

Pan seared pork and sweet pineapple in a corn tortilla and topped with avocado crema.

Tostadas with Shredded Pork and Spices

Crisp fried tortillas topped with re-fried beans and spiced shredded pork make a delectable treat and are often…

Mexican Chorizo

I love mexican chorizo and it is often impossible to find in my part of the country so I developed this delicious spicy Mexican style sausage…

Margarita Carnitas

Slow roasted pork Margarita Carnitas are “fall off the bone” tender, caramelized in a lime, orange, tequila, honey, brown sugar mixture!