Eat tacos al pastor in Mexico

Tacos al pastor originated from Lebanese immigrants who adapted shawarma using Mexican pork and spices.

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Tacos al pastor are a popular street food in Mexico, featuring thinly sliced pork marinated in a mix of chiles, spices, and achiote, then stacked and roasted on a vertical spit similar to shawarma. The meat is shaved off, placed in corn tortillas, and topped with pineapple, chopped onion, cilantro, and lime, often accompanied by salsa for added flavor. This dish originated in central Mexico in the mid-20th century, influenced by Lebanese immigrants, and is commonly found at taquerias throughout the country.

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