Friends, we’re all lucky today that I found my way out of bed and stumbled over to the computer to write this post.  My house got hit with the stomach bug this weekend and it has been aw–ful.  Friday, I got it.  Saturday, I attempted to recover.  Sunday, baby got it, then husband got it.  Today, we are just trying to stay alive.  I don’t know about you, but I turn into a real mess when I have tummy troubles. I won’t get into the details, because A) gross! B) seriously, gross. and C) I’m about to tell you about some yummy food, so I don’t want you thinking about anything gross.

I have been meaning to share these yummies for a long time.. they just always get eaten up before I get a chance to take a photo.  These smoky pork tacos are one of my go-to entertaining meals- everyone seems to love them, especially the guys!  They are simple to prepare, you just have to sit in agony while they smell up your house with all their deliciousness.  If you can handle that, you’re in for a treat.

I like to serve them with different toppings every time.  In the photos here, I have jicama, tomato, scallions and queso fresco.  I’ll often have switch these out with salsa, avocado or guacamole, red onion, cilantro, fresh limes for squeezing, sour cream… you name it, we’ve had it on these tacos.  Whatever we have on hand works- they are versatile and tasty every time.  You can’t mess these up!  Unless you don’t cook them long enough.. that would be your only faux pas.  Also- don’t let them get too dry.  Don’t be afraid to add some water if things are looking dry.

Oh, how I wish I could have these in my tummy today!  They will have to wait for happier tummies here, but please eat some for me, will you?  I am drooling on my keyboard.

PS- They work with beef as well, and are just as yummy.

PPS- You can do them in the oven or the slow cooker, I’ve written directions for both methods below.