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Chipotle Al Pastor and Queso Fresco
Mexican Free recipe

Chipotle Al Pastor and Queso Fresco

★★★★★ 4.7 (78 ratings)

Our Al Pastor leans on white onion and patience: the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, then finished and Queso Fresco.

Prep
10 min
Cook
51 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb al pastor
  • 2 tsp white onion
  • 1 medium fresh cilantro
  • 1 lb lime
  • a pinch ground cumin
  • 4 oz corn tortillas
  • 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • to taste a squeeze of citrus
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the al pastor generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the al pastor and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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