These flavorful pork tacos come alive with a sweet-and-spicy orange salsa that brightens every bite. The juicy pork is seared to perfection, wrapped in warm tortillas, and topped with citrusy flair—perfect for taco night or an easy weeknight dinner.

🍴 Ingredients
For the Pork:
- 1 lb boneless pork shoulder or tenderloin, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Orange Salsa:
- 2 navel oranges, peeled and chopped
- ½ small red onion, finely diced
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Pinch of salt
For Serving:
- Small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
- Crumbled queso fresco or feta
- Extra cilantro and lime wedges
🔥 Instructions
Season and Sear the Pork:
Toss pork slices with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear pork for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
Make the Orange Salsa:
In a bowl, combine chopped oranges, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Stir and let it sit for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Assemble the Tacos:
Place pork into warm tortillas. Top with a generous spoonful of orange salsa, crumbled queso fresco, extra cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve warm with tortilla chips, rice, or a crisp green salad on the side for a complete meal.
📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Make the Best Pork Tacos
- 🔪 Chef’s Knife for Easy Pork Prep – A sharp, durable knife makes trimming and slicing pork effortless.
- 🍊 Citrus Zester & Juicer Set – Add bright citrusy flavor with fresh lime and orange juice.
- 🌮 Tortilla Warmer – Keeps your tortillas warm and soft while assembling tacos.
- 🥄 Mixing Bowl Set – Perfect for tossing your fresh salsa or marinating the pork.
- 🔥 Cast Iron Skillet – Get that beautiful sear and flavor-packed crust on the pork every time.
- 🫙 Taco Holder Stand Set – Keeps your tacos upright and picture-perfect while serving.
💡 Helpful Tip: For extra tender pork, marinate the meat for 30 minutes before cooking. And if you like heat, leave the jalapeño seeds in the salsa!

















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