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Tortillas with Spiced Pork and Yogurt Guacamole

17/11/2023

Here is a version of the recipe for tortillas with spiced pork and a yogurt-enriched guacamole that adds a creamy, slightly tangy touch, in an all-Italian style where extra virgin olive oil and the skillful use of aromatic herbs are always the stars.

Ingredients for the spiced pork:

  • 500 g pork loin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Ingredients for the yogurt guacamole:

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, seeded and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley if preferred)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (or 100% natural yogurt)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Extra virgin olive oil

Other ingredients:

  • Flour or corn tortillas as desired
  • Green leafy lettuce for serving
  • Grated cheese (optional)

Preparation

For the spiced pork:

  1. Cut the pork loin into strips.
  2. In a bowl, mix the paprika, cumin, oregano, chili powder, garlic, salt and pepper.
  3. Coat the meat in the spice mix and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the pork until golden and cooked through.

For the yogurt guacamole:

  1. Halve the avocados, remove the pit and scoop out the flesh with a spoon.
  2. In a bowl, mash the avocado with a fork to your desired consistency—rustic with chunks or smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the chopped red onion, tomato, cilantro (or parsley), lime juice, and yogurt. Season with salt, pepper and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, then mix well.

For assembling the tortillas:

  1. Warm the tortillas according to the package instructions.
  2. Place some spiced pork, yogurt guacamole and, if desired, leafy greens and a little grated cheese in the center of each tortilla.
  3. Fold or roll the tortillas as you prefer.

Fun Fact

Tortillas are a staple of Mexican cuisine, but here we have given them an all-Italian twist with the addition of extra virgin olive oil and Greek yogurt to the traditional guacamole, increasing creaminess and adding a pleasant tangy note. A perfect example of how culinary traditions can meet to create new and surprising pairings.