Metallic Feast: Smoky BBQ Pulled Pork Tacos
"Metallic Feast: Smoky BBQ Pulled Pork Tacos" is a head-banging fusion of bold flavors, bringing the intensity of metal music to your dinner table. Slow-cooked pulled pork, infused with smoky barbecue goodness, is piled high onto warm tortillas and topped with a medley of flavorful toppings, creating a dish that's as epic as a metal masterpiece.
- 3 pounds pork shoulder (boneless)
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- 12 mall flour tortillas (warmed)
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup pico de gallo
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Lime wedges (for garnish)
- 1. Prepare Pulled Pork:
1- In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, brown sugar, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a dry rub.
2- Rub the pork shoulder with the dry rub, ensuring it's well coated.
3- Place the pork in a slow cooker and add BBQ sauce and chicken broth.
4- Cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds.
- 2. Shred and Assemble:
1- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
2- Heat the tortillas and assemble the tacos by layering pulled pork, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, cheddar cheese, and cilantro.
- 3. Serve and Enjoy:
1- Arrange the "Smoky BBQ Pulled Pork Tacos" on a metal platter for a dramatic presentation.
2- Garnish with lime wedges and serve immediately.