Inspired by Lebanese shawarma and served with a slice of warm pineapple, tacos al pastor have become one of Mexico's most beloved street snacks. At Empellón Al Pastor, chef and owner Alex Stupak revels in the taco's complex cultural heritage. Rubbing his pork shoulder in a chile-packed adobo, and folding it an endless supply of fresh tortillas, Stupak marries the melting pot of Mexico City to the grit of the East Village at one of Empellón's most beloved outposts in NYC.
Why Tacos Al Pastor Are the Perfect Bar Food
At Empellón Al Pastor, chef and owner Alex Stupak revels in the taco's complex cultural heritage. Check it out on this episode of Food Skills!
Sep 11, 2017
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