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Tacos al Pastor

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Mexico City / Central ยท Mexican

Tacos al Pastor

Authenticity95 / 100

Prototype/demo metric โ€” not an official certification. Based on regional origin, traditional ingredients, preparation, cultural relevance and variation.

What is it?

Marinated pork cooked on a vertical spit (trompo), sliced and served on corn tortillas with pineapple, onion and cilantro.

Where does it come from?

Inspired by Lebanese shawarma brought by immigrants, adapted with local ingredients.

What does it taste like?

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Key ingredients

  • pork
  • achiote
  • pineapple
  • corn tortilla
  • onion
  • cilantro

What makes it authentic?

regional Origin94
traditional Ingredients95
traditional Preparation96
cultural Relevance98
regional Variation85

Authenticity indicators are based on available culinary information and are intended to help users explore regional food traditions.

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Where Can I Try It?

Demo restaurant data โ€” not live availability.

Oaxaca Mesa

Mexico City ยท Mexican ยท $$$ ยท โ˜… 4.9 ยท 1.0 km

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