Borracho tacos recipe

“Borracho” translates to “drunken” in Spanish, and Borracho Tacos typically involve cooking the meat with beer for added flavor. Below is a guide for making Borracho Tacos, focusing on pork cooked with beer. Please note that preparation times can vary based on factors like marination time and cooking methods.

Borracho Tacos Recipe

Ingredients

For the Pork:

• 2 lbs pork shoulder or pork butt, cut into chunks
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bottle (12 oz) Mexican beer (such as a lager or amber ale)
• Juice of 2 limes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For Tacos:

• Corn or flour tortillas
• Chopped cilantro
• Diced onions
• Salsa or pico de gallo
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Marinate the Pork:

1. In a large bowl, combine pork chunks, chopped onion, minced garlic, beer, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2-4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.

2. Cook the Pork:

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2. Remove the pork from the marinade, reserving the liquid, and sear the pork pieces until browned on all sides.
3. Pour in the marinade liquid, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
4. Once cooked, shred the pork using forks and let it absorb some of the cooking liquid.

3. Assemble the Tacos:

1. Warm the tortillas.
2. Fill each tortilla with a generous amount of shredded pork.
3. Top with chopped cilantro, diced onions, and salsa or pico de gallo.
4. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

1. Arrange the Borracho Tacos on a serving platter.
2. Serve immediately, allowing everyone to customize their tacos with additional toppings and lime wedges.

Expected Preparation Time

Approximately 3-4 hours (including marination time)

Rating

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 out of 5 stars)

Note

The longer you marinate and simmer the pork, the more flavorful it will be. Adjust the spice level by adding more chili powder or incorporating jalapeños in the marinade.

These Borracho Tacos showcase the rich flavors of slow-cooked pork infused with beer and spices. The combination of tender meat and vibrant toppings makes for a delicious and satisfying taco experience. Enjoy!