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Trader Joe's Pork Belly Tacos
David

Trader Joe's Pork Belly tacos

A 12 ounce package of Trader Joe's pork belly is diced then seared and seasoned before being served in tacos.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 415

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces Trader Joe's Pork Belly
  • 4 Tortillas
  • 8 Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Pickled Jalapeno Slices
  • 1 Lime Cut into quarter wedges
  • 1 cup Shredded Cabbage Slaw Optional
  • Taco Sauce of Choice

Equipment

  • 1 10 inch Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

  1. Remove the pork belly from the package and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Slice the pork belly into slices/cubes that are about an inch long.
  3. Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat.
  4. Add the pieces of pork belly to the pan in a single layer.
  5. Let the pork cook without touching for four minutes to develop a nice browned crust.
  6. Flip the pieces over and let cook undisturbed for three minutes.
  7. Remove the pork from the skillet and lower heat to Medium.
  8. Drain off most of the fat but leave about a teaspoon in the pan.
  9. Toast the tortillas in the pan until slightly browned.
  10. Assemble your tacos as desired and then squeeze the lime over them.

Notes

These tacos would be excellent with some cilantro lime crema or even just a hit of hot sauce.