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Grilled Al Pastor and Queso Fresco
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Grilled Al Pastor and Queso Fresco

★★★★★ 4.7 (184 ratings)

A Grilled Al Pastor, rich without ever feeling heavy, and served and Queso Fresco.

Prep
8 min
Cook
34 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb al pastor
  • 1/2 cup white onion
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro
  • 2 tsp lime
  • 1 medium ground cumin
  • 1 lb corn tortillas
  • a pinch kosher salt
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
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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