Calorie guide · Mexican
Tacos al pastorcalories and macros
One serving of Tacos al pastor has about 550 kcal, with 33 g protein, 47 g carbohydrates and 26 g fat. That is roughly 24% of calories from protein, 34% from carbs and 42% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein33 g24%
- Carbs47 g34%
- Fat26 g42%
Tacos al pastor fill three small corn tortillas (78 g) with 120 g of thinly sliced pork shoulder marinated in guajillo chili, seared with 40 g of pineapple and topped with onion, cilantro and salsa verde. A serving is roughly 550 kcal with 33 g of protein and 47 g of carbohydrates, most of them from the tortillas, while the pork shoulder supplies almost all of the 26 g of fat.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~290 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 190 kcal | 550 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 11.4 g | 33 g | 24% |
| Carbs | 16.2 g | 47 g | 34% |
| Fat | 9 g | 26 g | 42% |
How many calories in 100 g of Tacos al pastor?
A typical serving of Tacos al pastor weighs about 290 g, so 100 g has about 190 kcal, 11.4 g protein, 16.2 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 taco | 97 g | 183 | 11 g | 15.7 g | 8.7 g |
| ½ serving | 145 g | 275 | 16.5 g | 23.5 g | 13 g |
| 1 serving | 290 g | 550 | 33 g | 47 g | 26 g |
| 1½ servings | 435 g | 825 | 49.5 g | 70.5 g | 39 g |
| 2 servings | 580 g | 1100 | 66 g | 94 g | 52 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 190 | 11.4 g | 16.2 g | 9 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 379 | 22.8 g | 32.4 g | 17.9 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Tacos al pastor
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% |
| Sugars | 7 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 7.5 g | 38% |
| Sodium | 650 mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 700 mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg | 33% |
| Vitamin A | 65 µg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 µg | 42% |
Allergens in Tacos al pastor
A typical recipe of Tacos al pastor contains none of the 14 main allergens. Sauces and kitchens differ, so check the label or ask if you have an allergy.
Which diets does Tacos al pastor fit?
Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Tacos al pastor?
For a 70 kg adult, the 550 kcal in one serving is about 128 minutes of comfortable walking or 94 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 128 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 94 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Three corn tortillas filled with chili-marinated pork shoulder and pineapple, finished with onion, cilantro and salsa verde.
- 120g Pork Shoulder (cooked)
- 3 Corn Tortillas (78g)
- 40g Pineapple
- Guajillo Chili, Onion, Cilantro
- 30g Salsa Verde, Lime
How to make it
- Soak a dried guajillo chili in hot water for 10 minutes, then blend it with a garlic clove, a splash of the soaking water, salt and cumin into a paste.
- Slice about 160 g raw pork shoulder thinly, coat it with the paste and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Sear the pork in a very hot dry pan for 6 to 8 minutes, turning, until browned and cooked through, then chop it finely.
- Sear 40 g pineapple slices in the same pan for 2 minutes and dice them.
- Warm 3 corn tortillas in a dry pan, fill with the pork and pineapple, then top with onion, cilantro, 30 g salsa verde and a squeeze of lime.
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How to make it lighter
- Trim the visible fat from the shoulder, or use pork loin.
- Make two tacos instead of three and add a side of black beans or salad.
- Load up on onion, cilantro and salsa rather than cheese or crema.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Tacos al pastor?
A typical serving of Tacos al pastor has about 550 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Tacos al pastor?
About 190 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 290 g with 550 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
How many calories in 1 taco of Tacos al pastor?
About 183 kcal and 11 g protein. That is one of the 3 pieces in a typical serving of about 290 g (550 kcal).
Is Tacos al pastor high in protein?
Yes. With about 33 g of protein per serving (24% of its calories), Tacos al pastor is a good protein source.
Can I eat Tacos al pastor while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Tacos al pastor?
Roughly 128 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 94 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Tacos al pastor vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Tacos al pastor contains meat or fish.
Is Tacos al pastor gluten-free?
A typical serving is made without gluten-containing ingredients. If you have coeliac disease, check every label for cross-contamination.
How can I make Tacos al pastor lighter?
Trim the visible fat from the shoulder, or use pork loin. Make two tacos instead of three and add a side of black beans or salad. Load up on onion, cilantro and salsa rather than cheese or crema.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (290 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.