Beef Tacos al Pastor

• 1kg pork shoulder, thinly sliced
• 3 dried guajillo chilies
• 2 dried ancho chilies
• 3 tbsp achiote paste
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp oregano
• 200g fresh pineapple, sliced
• Corn tortillas
• Diced white onion, cilantro, lime, and salsa verde to serve

Instructions

1. 1

   Toast and soak dried chilies. Blend with achiote, garlic, orange juice, vinegar, and spices into a smooth marinade.

2. 2

   Coat pork slices in marinade. Marinate 4+ hours or overnight.

3. 3

   Stack pork on a skewer or in a loaf pan with pineapple slices. Roast at 200°C (400°F) for 25-30 minutes.

4. 4

   Shave or chop the caramelized outer layer of pork. Return to oven to caramelize more.

5. 5

   Warm corn tortillas directly over a gas flame.

6. 6

   Serve tacos with shaved pork, pineapple, diced onion, cilantro, lime, and salsa verde.

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