Air Fryer Pork Tacos are a quick and flavorful meal, featuring seasoned ground pork cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Served in tortillas and topped with your favorite garnishes, these tacos are crispy, juicy, and easy to make in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or Taco Tuesday!
Craving tacos but want to skip the frying? These Air Fryer Pork Tacos are the perfect solution! Tender, juicy pork is perfectly seasoned and cooked in the air fryer for a healthier, crispy finish. Served in soft tortillas with your favorite toppings, they’re a quick and delicious weeknight meal everyone will love. 🌮🍖✨
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Why You Will Love This Recipe!
✅ Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal prep!
🍖 Tender & Juicy: Perfectly cooked pork, seasoned to perfection.
🌮 Customizable: Top with your favorite salsa, cheese, or guacamole.
🍴 Healthy: Air frying gives you crispy pork with less oil.
😋 Family Favorite: A meal everyone will enjoy, from kids to adults!
Ingredients Needed
- Ground Pork 🍖: Flavorful pork, perfect for tacos or savory dishes.
- Orange 🍊: Fresh, sweet citrus for a zesty flavor boost.
- Lime 🍋: Tart lime juice adds a bright, tangy kick.
- White Vinegar 🍶: Adds a touch of acidity to balance flavors.
- Ground Cumin 🌿: Earthy, smoky spice that enhances the flavor.
- Oregano 🌿: Herbaceous oregano for a savory, aromatic touch.
- Garlic Powder 🧄: Savory garlic flavor to season the meat.
- Granulated Sugar 🍬: Sweetness to balance the acidity and spices.
- Optional Toppings 🌮: Tortillas, sour cream, guacamole, cheese, and more!
How To Make Air Fryer Pork Tacos
Step 1: Break up the ground pork and place it in an air fryer-safe pan.
Step 2: Set the air fryer temperature to 400°F and cook the pork for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, check the pork to ensure it’s fully cooked. If not, stir and cook for a few more minutes.
Step 3: Once cooked, drain the meat and transfer it to a small mixing bowl. Squeeze in orange juice, lime juice, white vinegar, and add cumin, oregano, garlic powder, and sugar. Mix everything well.
Step 4: Fill your tortillas or taco shells with the seasoned pork and top with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, cheese, and diced tomatoes.
Step 5: Plate, serve, and enjoy your delicious tacos!
Air Fryer Pork Tacos Recipe Tips
🌮 Use Soft or Crispy Tortillas: Whether you prefer soft flour tortillas or crispy taco shells, both work great for these tacos. Warm them up in the air fryer for extra crispiness!
🍖 Season the Pork Well: Don’t skip the seasoning! The cumin, garlic powder, and citrus juices really enhance the pork’s flavor.
🔥 Watch the Cooking Time: Cooking times may vary depending on the size of your air fryer and the thickness of the ground pork. Keep an eye on it and check for doneness after 5 minutes.
🌶️ Adjust the Spice: If you like your tacos with more heat, add some chili powder, jalapeños, or hot sauce to the pork mixture.
🥑 Top with Fresh Ingredients: Add a refreshing touch with toppings like diced tomatoes, cilantro, sour cream, or guacamole to balance the rich flavors of the pork.
💡 Meal Prep Friendly: Make extra pork and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days to use for quick taco nights or to add to salads and wraps.
Storing
🧊 Storing: Store leftover Air Fryer Pork Tacos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
❄️ Freezing: Freeze the cooked pork filling in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
🔥 Reheating: Reheat the pork in the microwave or air fryer until heated through, and warm the tortillas separately before serving.
What To Serve With Air Fryer Ground Pork Tacos
Air Fryer Ground Pork Tacos are delicious on their own, but they pair perfectly with a variety of sides to complete your meal. Serve with a fresh green salad topped with avocado or a side of Mexican street corn for a savory contrast. You can also add Spanish rice or cilantro-lime rice for a filling side. For a bit of crunch, try crispy tortilla chips with salsa or guacamole on the side. Don’t forget to add a cool drink, like a margarita or fresh limeade, to tie it all together!
Air Fryer Ground Pork Tacos Recipe Faqs
🍖 Can I use other meats instead of ground pork? Yes, you can substitute ground beef, turkey, or chicken for the pork. Just adjust the cooking time if needed.
🌶️ Can I make these tacos spicier? Absolutely! Add chopped jalapeños, hot sauce, or extra chili powder to the pork for more heat.
🧴 Do I need to oil the air fryer? You don’t need to oil the air fryer basket for this recipe since the pork and its seasonings will provide enough moisture. Just be sure to check halfway through to ensure it doesn’t stick.
🌮 Can I use soft or hard taco shells? You can use either soft tortillas or hard taco shells—both work great for holding the seasoned pork and toppings.
🍽️ Can I make the pork ahead of time? Yes, you can cook the pork ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Simply reheat before filling your tacos.
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Air Fryer Pork Tacos
Description
Ingredients
Ground Pork Taco Filling:
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 small tortillas, corn or flour
Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, cilantro, lime wedge
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork: In a bowl, mix the ground pork with olive oil, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Cook in the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes. Place the seasoned ground pork in an air fryer-safe pan or directly into the basket. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, breaking it up halfway through, until fully cooked and browned.
- Assemble the Tacos: While the pork cooks, warm the tortillas in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes. Once the pork is ready, fill the tortillas with the cooked pork.
- Add Toppings: Top the tacos with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
- Serve & Enjoy: Plate your delicious tacos and enjoy!
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper
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