Asian Bang Pork Tacos
These Asian Bang Pork Tacos combine savory ground pork coated in a sticky sauce with a cool, crunchy cucumber slaw. Blazing Star BBQ Beef Rub seasons both the pork and the slaw, while Asian Bang Sauce brings sweet, savory, spicy and umami flavor to every bite.
This is a quick skillet recipe that we made the other day, and the balance was perfect. Warm tortillas, glazed pork, crisp slaw and one last drizzle of Asian Bang are all you need.
Asian Bang Pork Tacos Recipe
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Yield | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | About 15 minutes | About 8 small tacos | Easy |
Ingredients
For the Slaw
- 2 cups tri-color slaw mix
- ½ English cucumber, skin on and cut into thin matchsticks
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1½ tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Blazing Star BBQ Beef Rub
For the Pork and Tacos
- 1 pound ground pork
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon Blazing Star BBQ Beef Rub
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
- ⅓ cup Blazing Star BBQ Asian Bang Sauce, plus more for serving
- About 8 small tortillas
Make It With Beef Rub and Asian Bang Sauce
Our Beef Rub adds a savory foundation to the pork and seasons the crunchy slaw. Asian Bang Sauce coats the pork as it cooks, then adds another punch of flavor when drizzled over the finished tacos.
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Instructions
- Make the slaw. Combine the tri-color slaw mix, cucumber and green onions in a bowl. Add 1½ tablespoons rice wine vinegar and 1 teaspoon Beef Rub. Toss well and refrigerate while you cook the pork.
- Brown the pork. Cook the ground pork in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once browned and cooked through, drain off most of the grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet.
- Add the garlic, ginger and seasoning. Stir the minced garlic, ginger and 1 tablespoon Beef Rub into the pork. Cook for a couple of minutes, stirring so the garlic does not burn.
- Glaze the pork. Add the soy sauce, 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar and ⅓ cup Asian Bang Sauce. Stir until the pork is evenly coated. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens slightly and the edges of the pork begin to caramelize.
- Warm the tortillas. Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet or using your preferred method.
- Assemble the tacos. Fill each tortilla with the glazed pork. Drain any excess liquid from the slaw, then add it on top. Finish with another drizzle of Asian Bang Sauce and serve immediately.
Pro Tips
- Leave the skin on the English cucumber for extra color and crunch.
- Drain most of the grease from the pork before adding the garlic, ginger and sauce. A little left in the skillet helps everything cook and caramelize.
- Let the slaw chill while the pork cooks, then drain off any liquid before building the tacos.
- Add the slaw just before serving so it stays crisp against the warm pork.
- Watch the pork closely as the Asian Bang Sauce thickens so the glaze caramelizes without burning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the slaw ahead of time?
Yes. Make it a few hours ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Toss it again and drain any excess liquid before serving.
Can I use shredded cabbage instead of tri-color slaw mix?
Yes. Use 2 cups finely shredded cabbage. The tri-color mix adds carrot and purple cabbage, but either option works.
Should I drain the ground pork?
Yes. Drain off most of the grease after browning the pork, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet before adding the garlic, ginger and sauce.
How do I keep the tacos from getting soggy?
Drain any liquid from the slaw, warm the tortillas and assemble the tacos right before serving.
How should I store leftovers?
Refrigerate the pork and slaw separately in airtight containers. Reheat the pork and assemble fresh tacos when you are ready to eat.
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