Nothing says “dad approved meal” like a dinner whose main ingredient is meat that is torn apart AND requires you to build it at the table. I usually share a fun character themed lunch with you that but today is different. We are coming up fast on the holidays and your in laws will be invading soon. You might need an easy meal to impress a group at the last minute. Plus, you are going to have way too much turkey and ham over the next month, so why not mix it up with some pork. If you check your local grocery store this time of year pork is usually on sale as well.
The thing that I love about this meal is it gets the adults and kids involved. You can serve all the ingredients and everyone gets to put together their own dinner. Kids get to choose what goes in the tortilla, so they are happy, plus you might just be able to convince them to try something healthy and new if you play your cards right. Kids love having a part in the meal process so this keeps them active and involved instead of you just putting their full plate in front of them. Sometimes happy dinner times are few and far between, but this simple meal can help with that. So do yourself and your family a favor and construct some of these pulled pork tacos soon. If you want to see more pictures to help show how this meal is done you can go to my blog, lunchboxdad.com, and search for “pork tacos.”
Pulled Pork Tacos
Ingredients:
–Pork shoulder roast, bone-in (3 1/2 lbs.)
–1 package soft taco size flour tortillas
–7 oz. can spicy diced green chilis
–1 package hot chili seasoning powder
–2-3 garlic cloves
–1 bunch of cilantro
–5-6 radishes
–15-20 grape tomatoes
–2 cups sour cream
–1 avocado
–1 lime
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Mince the garlic cloves and put into a small mixing bowl. Mix together garlic, green chilis, and chili seasoning mix. Place pork shoulder on large sheet of aluminum foil. Spread chili rub evenly on pork shoulder. Make sure to use all the rub and cover the entire shoulder. This might seem like it will be too spicy but this rub gives the pork a nice flavor.
2. Wrap the pork in the foil and place in metal baking dish. Put pork shoulder into preheated oven and cook for 3 to 3 1/2 hours. You should always check the internal temperature of meat with a meat thermometer. The pork should be so tender it almost falls off the bone.
3. While the pork is cooking, slice the radishes, cilantro, and lime. Place in covered containers and put in the refrigerator.
4. When pork is done, pull the shoulder apart using two forks. It might sound difficult but it is very easy. Stick the forks in the meat and pull apart in opposite directions. Place pork in medium size serving bowl. If you want a little more flavor, pour a few spoonfuls of the drippings from the pan back over the meat.
5. Slice avocados and tomatoes. Place them and the sour cream in serving dishes. Take out radishes, lime, and cilantro and serve. If you want to add some spice serve a hot salsa as well. Heat up the tortillas. Remember to squeeze the lime juice on top of each taco and serve your family an amazing meal!
Nothing says “dad approved meal” like a dinner whose main ingredient is meat that is torn apart AND requires you to build it at the table. I usually share a fun character themed lunch with you that but today is different. We are coming up fast on the holidays and your in laws will be invading soon. You might need an easy meal to impress a group at the last minute. Plus, you are going to have way too much turkey and ham over the next month, so why not mix it up with some pork. If you check your local grocery store this time of year pork is usually on sale as well.