Follow these steps for perfect results
chiltepin chile powder
chipotle chile powder
dried Mexican oregano
ground
ground cumin
ground canela
ground coriander
kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper
ground allspice
bone-in pork butt
water
liquid smoke
soft yellow corn tortillas
Baja Cabbage Slaw
avocado
sliced
radish
shredded
In a bowl, combine the chiltepin chile powder, chipotle chile powder, oregano, cumin, canela, coriander, salt, black pepper, and allspice.
Rub the dry seasoning mixture thoroughly on the pork butt.
Cover the seasoned pork and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
Preheat the oven to 300F (150C).
Place the marinated pork in a roasting pan.
Mix the water and liquid smoke and pour it around the meat in the pan.
Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours.
Remove the aluminum foil and continue baking until the pork is extremely tender and can be easily cut with a fork, approximately 2 1/2 hours more.
Remove the cooked pork from the oven and let it cool until it's manageable to handle.
Once cooled, shred the pork meat using your hands or two forks.
Serve the shredded pork immediately.
To assemble tacos, lay the corn tortillas side by side, slightly overlapping, on a serving platter.
Divide the Baja Cabbage Slaw and shredded pork filling evenly among the tortillas.
Top with avocado slices, shredded radish, and your favorite salsa.
Serve immediately and allow guests to grab, fold, and enjoy.
Alternatively, to build individual tacos: hold a corn tortilla open in one hand.
Spoon on some Baja Cabbage Slaw and shredded pork filling.
Top with avocado slices, shredded radish, and your preferred salsa.
Fold the tortilla and eat immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
For a deeper smoky flavor, use a smoker instead of an oven.
Adjust the amount of chile powder to your preferred level of heat.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Pork can be cooked 1-2 days in advance.
Serve family-style on a platter with all the fixings.
Serve with rice and beans on the side.
Offer a variety of salsas and toppings.
Pairs well with the spice and richness of the pork.
A medium-bodied red with earthy notes complements the dish.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A regional variation of slow-cooked pork, reflecting the local ingredients and culinary traditions.
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