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Authentic Tacos Árabes made with marinated grilled pork served in warm pan árabe, topped with smoky chipotle salsa, diced white onion, and fresh cilantro on a rustic ceramic plate with lime wedges.

Tacos Árabes

Joe- The Half Jalapeño
Juicy marinated pork inspired by Puebla's famous Middle Eastern-influenced street food, served in warm pan árabe with fresh salsa.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinate Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 315 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Pork Marinade
  • 2 pounds pork loin or pork shoulder thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • For Serving
  • 6 pan árabe or large flour tortillas
  • Chipotle salsa
  • Salsa roja
  • Lime wedges
  • Chopped onion optional

Instructions
 

  • Combine the garlic, vinegar, oil, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • Coat the pork thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet, grill, or flat-top over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the pork in batches until lightly charred and cooked through.
  • Warm the pan árabe or flour tortillas.
  • Fill each bread with sliced pork.
  • Top with chipotle salsa, salsa roja, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
  • Serve immediately.
Keyword Tacos Árabes