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Brochetas Al Pastor. Pork Skewers Al Pastor
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Brochetas Con Carne al Pastor (Pork Al Pastor Kabobs)

The number one sought out taco in Mexico is al pastor! You will enjoy this recipe!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Preheat Grill 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds pork butt or shoulder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups al pastor marinade see link in notes
  • 1 small fresh pineapple sliced into thick rings
  • 1 white onion quartered
  • Your favorite salsa verde
  • Lime wedges
  • Cilantro chopped
  • Corn tortillas warmed

Instructions

  • Slice the pork into 2 inch pieces, about 1/3 inch thick. Season lightly with salt and pepper and then mix in the marinade until everything is coated evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 6-8 hours.
  • When ready to grill, remove the pork from refrigerator and let it come to room temperature. Should take about 30 minutes.
  • While the pork is coming to room temperature, slice your pineapple into rings. Slice the onion into quarters. Reserve 6 large pieces of onion and slice 6 chunks of pineapple. Reserve.
  • You will need 5-6 heavy metal skewers. Add the meat to the skewers, ending with some onion and a chunk of pineapple. Set aside.
  • Prepare your grill for cooking at high heat. Wrap the quartered onion sections in foil paper. When the grill is hot, brush grates with oil. Grill the pineapple slices, turning as needed until it softens and you get some grill marks. Place the onion packets on the grill in between the pineapple. Cook the onions for a total of 25 minutes.
  • Remove the pineapple and onions from the grill. Brush on a little more oil. Place the kabobs directly on the grill. The kabobs will grill anywhere from 15-20 minutes, turning as needed. The internal temperature should read at least 145 degrees After the 15-20 minutes, move the kabobs over to the cool side of the grill. Close the lid for 7-9 minutes.
  • Remove the meat from skewers and chop small. Chop some of the grilled pineapple and onions. Taco Time! Garnish pork with salsa, onion, pineapple and lime.

Notes

Prepare the al pastor marinade a few days ahead of time for more flavor! If pork is not your favorite, you substitute with boneless chicken thighs! Tasty!
https://pinaenlacocina.com/tacos-con-sabor-al-pastor-quesadillas-gringas/