Al Pastor Is It Pork

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You might hear someone yell “Trompo!” at a taco stand. That’s the name for the spinning meat stack. And yes, it’s still pork.

Calories In Pork Al Pastor at Ben Birtwistle blog

Sometimes, a trompo is a mix of pork and chile-güero or even bacon. But the star of the show is always the pig. Always.

Unless you’re at a place that’s trying to be fancy. Then they might use chicken or beef. And they’d call it “al pastor style.” Which is nice, but… no. It’s like calling a hot dog a gourmet sausage. Close, but no cigar.

The Pineapple Dilemma

Now, let’s talk about the pineapple. Is it mandatory? Some purists say no. But they’re wrong. The pineapple is essential.

The sweet, caramelized juice kisses the pork as it spins. It cuts through the spicy, fatty richness. It’s a tiny, tropical hug for your taste buds.

So when you bite into that taco, and you get a little bit of charred pineapple with the pork? That’s the moment. That’s the point of al pastor.