Caribbean Crispy Pork Carnitas Tacos with Pineapple Salsa

High Protein

A 565-calorie Lunch recipe from MunchInIt. Serves 2. Prep 10 min, cook 15 min.

Ingredients

• 300g pork carnitas (pre-cooked, shredded)
• 4 small corn tortillas
• 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, finely diced
• 1/4 red onion, finely diced
• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 lime, juiced
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place the shredded pork carnitas in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until crispy and heated through.
3. While the pork is crisping, warm the corn tortillas. You can do this on a dry hob pan for about 30 seconds per side until pliable, or microwave for 15-20 seconds.
4. In a small bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt to make the salsa.
5. Assemble the tacos: Divide the crispy pork carnitas evenly among the warmed tortillas.
6. Spoon the pineapple salsa generously over the pork in each taco.