Tropical Chipotle Pork Fajitas
Spice up your meal with these Tropical Chipotle Pork Fajitas, featuring tender strips of pork tenderloin sautéed with vibrant vegetables and sweet, juicy mango. The heat of the chipotle peppers meets the creamy coolness of our zesty sour cream, making this dish a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, these fajitas can also be easily adapted with chicken for a different twist. Remember to prepare the chipotle sour cream ahead of time, allowing it to refrigerate for a couple of hours so the flavors meld beautifully. Enjoy a burst of tropical freshness in every bite!
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Servings
300
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Oil
1-2 tablespoons (For cooking)
Pork Tenderloin
1 lb (Cut into 1/2 inch thick strips)
Taco Seasoning Mix
1-2 tablespoons (For seasoning pork)
Onion
1 small (Sliced)
Fresh Ripe Mango
1 cup (Cut into chunks)
Sour Cream
1 cup (Light is okay, do not use fat-free)
Fresh Garlic
4 cloves (Minced (3 for cooking, 1 for sauce))
Red Bell Pepper
1 small (Seeded and sliced)
Flour Tortillas
4 (Warmed)
Minced Chipotle Chiles in Adobo
2 teaspoons (For sour cream)
Fresh Cilantro
1/4 cup (Minced)
Instructions
1
In a medium bowl, toss the pork strips with the taco seasoning until evenly coated. Set aside to marinate for 10-15 minutes.
2
While the pork marinates, prepare the chipotle sour cream. In a medium bowl, mix together the sour cream, minced chipotle chiles, fresh cilantro, and 1 minced garlic clove. Stir until well blended. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to develop.
3
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork strips and stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until they are browned.
4
Add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, and remaining 3 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet. Continue to stir-fry for an additional 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the pork is cooked through.
5
Once the pork and vegetables are cooked, remove from heat. Divide the mixture along with the fresh mango chunks into four equal portions.
6
To serve, roll a portion of the filling in a warm flour tortilla. Top with additional mango if desired.
7
Serve with the homemade chipotle sour cream on the side for dipping or drizzling.
Nutrition Information
13.75g
Fat
30g
Carbs
17.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Tropical Chipotle Pork Fajitas?
Tropical Chipotle Pork Fajitas are a flavorful meal featuring tender strips of pork tenderloin sautéed with vibrant vegetables and sweet mango, served with a zesty chipotle sour cream.
What is the main protein used in this recipe?
The primary protein used is one pound of pork tenderloin.
How should the pork be prepared before cooking?
The pork tenderloin should be cut into 1/2 inch thick strips and tossed with taco seasoning mix.
How long should the pork marinate?
The pork strips should be set aside to marinate for 10-15 minutes.
What are the ingredients for the chipotle sour cream?
The sauce is made by mixing 1 cup of sour cream, 2 teaspoons of minced chipotle chiles in adobo, 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro, and 1 minced garlic clove.
Can I use fat-free sour cream for the sauce?
No, the recipe specifies that while light sour cream is okay, you should not use fat-free sour cream.
How long does the chipotle sour cream need to refrigerate?
It should be covered and refrigerated for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to develop properly.
What vegetables are included in these fajitas?
The recipe includes one small sliced onion and one small seeded and sliced red bell pepper.
How much garlic is required for the entire recipe?
You will need a total of 4 fresh garlic cloves, all minced.
How is the garlic divided during the cooking process?
Three minced cloves are used for the stir-fry with the vegetables, and one minced clove is used for the chipotle sour cream.
What type of fruit adds the 'tropical' element to this dish?
Fresh ripe mango cut into chunks provides the sweet tropical flavor.
How long do you cook the pork in the skillet?
The pork strips should be stir-fried for about 2-3 minutes until they are browned.
How long do the vegetables need to cook?
After adding the onion, pepper, and garlic to the pork, they should be stir-fried for an additional 3-5 minutes.
When do you add the mango to the fajitas?
The mango chunks are added once the pork and vegetables are removed from the heat.
What kind of tortillas are recommended?
The recipe calls for four flour tortillas, which should be warmed before serving.
How many calories are in a serving of these fajitas?
There are approximately 300 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 13.75g per serving.
How much protein is in this recipe?
Each serving contains 17.5g of protein.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 30g of carbohydrates per serving.
Can I substitute the pork with another meat?
Yes, these fajitas can be easily adapted with chicken for a different twist.
How should the chipotle sour cream be served?
It can be served on the side for dipping or drizzled directly over the fajita filling.
Is this recipe suitable for a gathering?
Yes, it is described as perfect for both a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering.
What cooking method is used for this recipe?
The recipe uses the stir-fry method in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
What is the total number of ingredients used?
The recipe uses 11 main ingredients.
How many portions does the recipe yield?
The recipe yields four equal portions.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include mango, pork, fajitas, chipotle, sour cream, tropical, quick meal, Mexican cuisine, party food, and healthy recipe.
How is the meal assembled?
A portion of the pork, vegetable, and mango mixture is rolled inside a warm flour tortilla.
Can I add extra mango to the dish?
Yes, you can top the fajitas with additional mango if desired for more sweetness.
Is fresh cilantro used in the recipe?
Yes, 1/4 cup of minced fresh cilantro is used in the chipotle sour cream sauce.
What oil is recommended for cooking?
The recipe calls for 1-2 tablespoons of oil for cooking the pork and vegetables.