My family likes to take a break from traditional beef dishes by substituting pork. Since we are big fans of Mexican food, these fajitas are a much-requested menu item.
Pork Fajitas
Pork Fajitas
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yield
6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless pork
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
- 1 medium onion, cut into thin wedges
- 1 medium green pepper, julienned
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 6 flour tortillas (6 inches)
- Shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, salsa and/or sour cream, optional
Directions
- Cut pork into 4x1/2x1/4-in. strips; set aside. In a bowl or resealable plastic bag, combine orange juice, vinegar, garlic, oregano, cumin, seasoned salt and hot pepper sauce; mix well. Add pork; cover or close bag and chill for 1-2 hours.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook pork with marinade, onion and green pepper in oil until pork is not longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain.
- Place about 3/4 cup filling down the center of each tortilla; top with lettuce, tomatoes, salsa and sour cream if desired. Fold in sides of tortillas and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
1 fajita: 253 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 364mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
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