Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 tbsp

chiltepin chile powder

1 tsp

chipotle chile powder

2 tsp

dried Mexican oregano

ground

1 tsp

ground cumin

0.5 tsp

ground canela

0.5 tsp

ground coriander

1 tbsp

kosher salt

1 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

0.25 tsp

ground allspice

5 unit

bone-in pork butt

3 cup

water

1 tbsp

liquid smoke

20 unit

soft yellow corn tortillas

1 unit

Baja Cabbage Slaw

1 unit

avocado

sliced

1 unit

radish

shredded

Step 1
~17 min

In a bowl, combine the chiltepin chile powder, chipotle chile powder, oregano, cumin, canela, coriander, salt, black pepper, and allspice.

Step 2
~17 min

Rub the dry seasoning mixture thoroughly on the pork butt.

Step 3
~17 min

Cover the seasoned pork and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.

Step 4
~17 min

Preheat the oven to 300F (150C).

Step 5
~17 min

Place the marinated pork in a roasting pan.

Step 6
~17 min

Mix the water and liquid smoke and pour it around the meat in the pan.

Step 7
~17 min

Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil.

Step 8
~17 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours.

Step 9
~17 min

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.

Step 10
~17 min

Remove the cooked pork from the oven and let it cool until it's manageable to handle.

Step 11
~17 min

Once cooled, shred the pork meat using your hands or two forks.

Step 12
~17 min

Serve the shredded pork immediately.

Step 13
~17 min

To assemble tacos, lay the corn tortillas side by side, slightly overlapping, on a serving platter.

Step 14
~17 min

Divide the Baja Cabbage Slaw and shredded pork filling evenly among the tortillas.

Step 15
~17 min

Top with avocado slices, shredded radish, and your favorite salsa.

Step 16
~17 min

Serve immediately and allow guests to grab, fold, and enjoy.

Step 17
~17 min

Alternatively, to build individual tacos: hold a corn tortilla open in one hand.

Step 18
~17 min

Spoon on some Baja Cabbage Slaw and shredded pork filling.

Step 19
~17 min

Top with avocado slices, shredded radish, and your preferred salsa.

Step 20
~17 min

Fold the tortilla and eat immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Pork can be cooked 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and beans on the side.

Offer a variety of salsas and toppings.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Sonora, Mexico

Cultural Significance

A regional variation of slow-cooked pork, reflecting the local ingredients and culinary traditions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fiestas
Family gatherings
Cinco de Mayo

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Game day
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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