Easy Ground Pork Tacos

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We are always looking for meals for busy weeknights or even meal-prep on a Sunday for the week. Today’s Easy Ground Pork Tacos are an easy meal and also nice for taco night.

Ground pork is cooked with red onion, lime juice, honey and bold spices. It makes a great pork taco filling for other Mexican dishes like burritos, enchiladas,  or addition to rice bowls or salads. 

I love pairing these tacos with a sweet and slightly spicy pineapple salsa. It is the perfect accompaniment to the pork. These really are the best ground pork tacos and remind me a little of tacos al pastor if you have had those.

Now that my kids are back in school and playing sports I also like to make sure they are getting protein to help give them energy.

If you like ground pork you should check out this Instant Pot Pork Chili, Air Fryer Pork Taquitos, Easy Pork Chili, Pork Meatballs and this Easy Thai Pork Stir-Fry. 

Recipe Ingredients

For exact ingredient amounts and instructions, see the full recipe card below. 

• Ground Pork: I used ground pork in these tacos. Usually there isn’t extra fat to drain but if you notice there is I suggest draining it so the tacos are less greasy.
• Red Onion: The red onion is diced and sautéed with the group pork mixture. You also could use sweet onion or shallot.
• Lime Juice: Lime juice adds a nice citrus flavor that pairs nicely with the spices. You also could add lime zest for extra zesty flavor.
• Honey: The honey balances the spices and the citrus nicely to bring it all together. You will love the touch of sweetness.
• Spices: I used a taco seasoning mixture that I made with cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano and chipotle chili pepper. You also could use a store-bought taco seasoning if that is what you have on hand.
• Corn Tortillas: I like to use corn tortillas and I slightly heat them before using them. You also could use flour tortillas.

How Do You Make Pork Tacos?

Step 1: Cook Pork: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté for 2 minutes until it starts to become fragrant. Add the garlic and sauté for 2 minutes. Add the ground pork and cook until there is no pink left and it is cooked through. Turn the heat down to low and add in the lime juice and honey and stir. Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, chipotle chili pepper, salt and pepper and stir until combined. Set aside. 

Step 2: Create the Salsa: In a medium bowl combine the pineapple, red onion, red bell pepper, tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeños, lime juice and salt and stir well.

Step 3: Assemble the Tacos: Heat the corn tortillas over open flame {optional} or nonstick skillet.

Lay the tortillas out and add a scoop of the ground meat to each taco followed by your favorite toppings like pineapple salsa, more fresh cilantro, sour cream and other garnishes of your choice and extra limes.

Ways to Modify These Tacos:

• Spices: You can add other spices to this recipe like garlic powder, onion powder, taco seasoning, Italian seasoning, coriander, allspice, cloves, thyme or cinnamon.
• Salsa: Salsa is my favorite addition to tacos. Try Salsa Verde, Homemade Salsa, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, or this Watermelon Cucumber Salsa.
• Vegetables: You can sauté additional vegetables with the onions. I like poblano peppers, bell peppers, corn or carrots. 
• Beans: Adding beans into the pork mixture is a great option. Try black beans or red beans. 
• Coleslaw: Top your tacos with a zesty and crunchy coleslaw made from shredded cabbage, carrots, and a tangy vinaigrette.Try my Mango Cabbage Coleslaw, Easy Mexican Coleslaw or this Healthy Coleslaw. 
• Heat: Adjust the heat level by using different types of chili peppers like chopped jalapeños or habeneros or hot sauces.
• Other Garnishes: A few other delicious toppings I like adding are these Pickled Red Onions, Pickled Vegetables, or this Easy Curtido.