Tacos al Pastor | Traditional Mexican Street Tacos

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[@sloucherdotorg7]

As a Mexican, I 100% approve of your recipe. They look DELICIOUS as heck.

[@joeyclemenza7339]

eso!!! also a mexican, also approved!! you know you're way around a traditional mexican taco, kent. looks delicious

[@IamAWildMan]

I wouild approve even if it was an imprecise recipe, because it looks too good,

[@PrestonGarvey-j3g]

Give me a Orchata with three Tacos de asada por favor

[@a.s.f.g.8345]

Justo don't put that cheese

[@rodolfovasquez6943]

@@hankhill9780 what a trash comment bro

[@RolandsDad]

This man is a national treasure.

[@pjtfd3849]

Kent for sure. Jon Townsend too

[@michellehops]

He really is!

[@dustinwilliams3830]

Modern day Justin Wilson in a cowboy hat!

[@rustyshadow7]

Close but not quite... If he were a Texan then yes, for sure. 👍

[@hennabri]

amen!!

[@dodgsonwevegotdodgsonhere9970]

This has my mexican seal of approval. I need a new keyboard, all the drooling broke it.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@lazybeagle1847]

You just gave my local taqueria a customer tonight.

[@swahilimaster]

I live literally next door to the best one in my city, nothing like wandering over at 5am when they open to get some breakfast.

[@davidbrantley61328]

YEA!!!!! Woooooo Pig Sooooie!!!! This looks fantastic. I’m ordering two vertical spit roasts today! Kent, as a retired Air Force Master Sergeant, I thank you and deeply appreciate your gratitude to our military members. Thank you, you’re a true American and patriot.

[@americanpatriot3638]

Somebody say my name? 😄

[@pjtfd3849]

Hogs!

[@pjtfd3849]

I’m gonna use my ronco rotisserie spit for this, 2 pokers. And I can flipper over

[@hillbillyprepper3987]

THE BEST COOKING SHOW ON KZbin!!!

[@Alexlara3090]

I made tacos al pastor for Cinco de Mayo and my wife loved them, now I want to make it again using this recipe.

[@Tropicalpisces]

I just ADORE al pastor tacos. You and Shan's humor are VERY appreciated as always.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks so much

[@nathanielcohen9890]

I ate those tacos in Mexico across from Del Rio, Tx. I watched them shave that meat off (cabrito) and served it with garnish and fresh-made tortillas. best tacos I ever ate.

[@CrystalLeon1914]

I just love him he’s so adorable, funny, and appreciative of everyone’s food. Also, he’s pretty educated (takes time to educate himself) on the things he cooks 😊👏🏼

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@MrSete15]

Thanks for that Kent definitely gonna be making this......from across the pond in the UK 👍👍👍😎😎😎 Keep on keeping on brother 👍👍

[@aidanwatson910]

Cowboy Kent Rollins has a pass to get in to anybody's cookout anywhere.

[@uc79newtype]

I'd give him the n word pass

[@Holy_King_Brian]

But do I get a pass to get into his cookouts?

[@cfynest1]

Only if its a white cookout

[@cfynest1]

@@uc79newtype too bad u cant white boi 😆

[@aidanwatson910]

@@cfynest1 bro chill Kent seasons his food he's definitely not just whites only this man is for everybody

[@kendavis8046]

Kent, your cat image - earlier today here in North Texas, a squirrel decided to get on our back porch and climb windows. Our cat decided to try to get the squirrel, but couldn't get through the window. She managed to drive the evil squirrel away! You also reminded me of an office accident when I was working part time 4 decades back. Got one of those "paper spikes" right in my chin when I was bending over to help move desk. The wife of branch manager of the spot I was working at was an RN, and she actually insisted upon and administered a tetanus shot at the doctor office where she worked. And it was gratis, something probably not available any more. This looks delicious, but dang that is a lot of work! Perhaps for our block party, but that is usually crawdads as the main featured dish. But dang, I'd eat that dish in a heartbeat!

[@mmc9828]

You could make the sauce the day before. That would cut down on how much you need to do in one day.

[@sarahl106]

When I say I clicked so fast... You would have thought I broke the sound barrier

[@austingasaway5058]

Them tacos look good great video

[@studapeppahead5384]

*FACT!* Lebanese immigrants migrated to Eastern Mexico and taught the locals how to cook these up! This is pretty much a Mexican Gyro...and it is WONDERFUL!!!!!

[@mariocisneros911]

Thank you for this interesting knowledge. Gracias.

[@YG-ke9ld]

Was going to mention it but you got 😉

[@jiminirvana8065]

The concept of tacos is not Lebanese or a gyro as it far predates it since BC and the marinate for adobada is not Lebanese, only the the way its cooked on a machine that is stacked up which was invented by the Turkish around the 18th-19th century which was brought by Lebanese, but the ones that are closer to the originals are called Tacos Arabes

[@daniellozada3408]

I thought meddle easterns don’t eat pork?

[@dianacassinelli4932]

Daniel Lozada lol

[@cali.delinquent9657]

As a Mexican I can say this man has earned his brown card, I love this guy he respects the food (some might not understand) give this man a noble peace prize

[@TheRageaholic]

I'd love to see your version of Sonora Dogs.

[@Anduehan97]

of all people i didn't expect you in these comments

[@mariocisneros911]

Did you know your a bigot ? Watch reruns of Archie Bunker on "All In The Family" he talks this way

[@ironwolfF1]

I approve of your taste in food ( and food channels). 👌😊👍 Welcome to the campfire.

[@ZippyAdam01]

No idea why I was surprised to see you here, but I was.

[@Abridgelion]

The Most Ambitious Crossover In History.

[@markwray8614]

He dance's on the street like that, they will lock him up, don't let him do it Shannon

[@randyrhyne1195]

Reminds me of roasted lamb on pita bread. Gyros, I used to eat them when I was stationed in Germany. Couldn’t find good Mexican food or BBQ anywhere.

[@nayhem]

Gyros is a funny way of spelling gorditas, 'innit?

[@randyrhyne1195]

@@nayhem purty much, samich

[@knuttsackjones3094]

There used to be a taco truck here in Kenosha that specialized in Al Pastor and they were the best tacos I’ve ever had. It’s hard to find good ones due to the labor involved but now I know how to make my own, thank you much Cowboy Kent👍🏻

[@bonniepwtf]

Knuttsack, is that Kenosha, Wisconsin you are talking about? If so hello from a fellow Wisconsinite👋

[@AlexKing-53]

Hello from Waukesha, fellow Wisconsinites!

[@bonniepwtf]

@@AlexKing-53 Hi Alex, Green Bay here.👋💚💛

[@matt475]

Hey there from Neosho!

[@dasneuge9704]

Hello fellow kenoshain

[@frank4fun64]

WOW... another Kent masterpiece !!! Love how the help always participates... Sadie is settling in well it seems, she heard your boots shuffling and knew it was chow time

[@CowboyKentRollins]

She did show up on time, thanks for watching

[@alangray9718]

I love everything you do my friend always look delicious

[@withlittleman]

The best el pastor tacos I've ate were made on the street.

[@kajakawa]

These are my favorite kind of tacos. I made some on my UDS a while back. They were amazing.

[@mr.bonesbbq3288]

Another Great Episode, al pastor was already on my list, but this here bumped it up several spots, Brother! Y'all keep safe an well, on down there to Oklahoma, an Much Love from here on th Windswept Prairies of Kansas Territory! God Bless!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks, you too! and God bless you as well

[@S1L3NTG4M3R]

THANKS sir

[@acsrinjector9526]

Friend if ever you need a sidekick it would be my honor, you and your cooking are amazing! God Bless you Sir Kent Rollins

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks so much and God bless you

[@bobbymcquoid6791]

Brother that is one of your best .. you have done it again ..Respect from Canada 🇨🇦

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thank you Bobby so much

[@bobbymcquoid6791]

@@CowboyKentRollins It us who should be thanking you .. the world is so uncertain nowadays at least we know Wednesday afternoon, will always bring a smile and a feeling of better days ahead thank to you and shannon and all the great food you bring, hope to see you in Canada if you make the trip .. stay safe brother

[@osvaldodeleon256]

As a Mexican living in Texas, I thank you for making these delicious tacos. I don't consider this a "cultural appropriation," like some people claim. You, good sir, is a national treasure for the state of Texas and the United States of America. God bless you! Greetings from Laredo, Texas!

[@YouT00ber]

Texas is great, but Kent gets to bless the State of Oklahoma. Don’t listen to commies haha

[@Samizouza]

I see it as "cultural appreciation" but just can't understand why people view it that way in terms of cultural appropriation or whatever (not you of course, you're good but just some people like you said).

[@osvaldodeleon256]

@@Samizouza Yes, exactly! And, honestly, I don't know either man...

[@jonajo9757]

Never in my life had I've seen someone try to claim food as "cultural appropriation." If so, then they're wrong. It's mostly either a case of cultural appreciation, and the beauty of cultural diffusion.

[@IareObviousTroll]

I have never been interested in cooking. I've always thought that if it was food just for me, there are plenty of options for premade meals, or just something simple like a sandwich. But you Sir have turned me onto a whole new way of looking at food, and how to share and enjoy it with others. This is the first time I have ever bought cookbooks and I can't wait to try them out and share them with family and friends, thank you!

[@Termnator1964]

Long time viewer, first time commenting!! Love your vlog and since I am a retired US Marine Gunnery Sergeant I want to say thank you for acknowledging the service members!! These tacos look amazing but for me pineapples should not go on pizzas or tacos lol.

[@jkschulte3448]

Great timing sir. I was just starting to look for something like this.

[@SaposJoint]

That's a good recipe. Thank you, and God bless.

[@meganhicks5736]

"That deal poked me in the arm Shan.." ya'll have an amazing relationship between ya'll. To be a fly on the wall in your house would probably be hilarious. I can't imagine the laughs ya'll probably have with each other! 🤣

[@saltyhuckleberry]

He is a character

[@Mikmcdonald24]

I'm used to smaller cuts in ks. Those chunks look amazing though.

[@jamessandlin9151]

Kent do you read C.J Box and his Joe Pickett series? Joe's saying for when things go bad is it's about to get western.

[@Denise23451]

One of my absolute favorites!! I never thought of a grill! It really looks like the piñas/pineapple (meat rotisserie) in Mexico! Will definitely be trying it! 😋

[@ModelA]

You made a meat totem pole!! God bless you, brother Rollins!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

And God bless you as well

[@davidcranford7382]

That really looks good!! I’ll have to try it, if I can find the chili’s!! The beagle is always faithful!! The Major is a nice addition to the crew!!

You can also use annato paste, Mr. Rollins. It gives another kick on the flavor, kinda spicy, but delicious! And also, the color, a beautiful red tone just like your shirt! Love your videos!

[@altonbarbee8864]

That's some mighty fancy dance moves there cowboy. Tacos look delicious.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks Alton

[@YummyFoodSecrets1]

👍❤👍❤🤪

[@frojas26]

I could see him as an uncle 🤣. I also love how he understands the history behind this dish. ❤️ 🤙🏽 Dude is awesome. I want to meet him someday.

[@NothingMaster]

Dear Cookie, your recipes and dishes are as marvelous and scrumptious looking as ever, but what I really enjoy about watching your videos is that wonderfully liberating and outdoorsy sense of freedom that your outlook on life exudes. A sobering reminder that one doesn’t need a fancy car, a fancy home, a fancy job, or a yacht full of dough to cook up something meaningful and pleasurable in life.

[@erickantoniobonillachavez4408]

I want to see gringo recipes I want to learn from their ancestral recipes

[@luisl1817]

Don't even bother, all they got is bland food back from the dust bowl era. Not much ancestral recipes

[@patrickjones8255]

@@luisl1817 you ever seen a goulash from Czech republic or Germany? You'd swear you were staring at a chili con carne recipe with European ingredients. They got plenty of flavor. You just gotta actually look at them

[@patrickjones8255]

@@luisl1817 more to the point. I don't know where you think all your cooking techniques and flavors came from. But they sure as hell didn't come from Los Aztecas. They came from Spain. Which is full of gringos.

[@outdoorloser4340]

French fries, polish sausage, hamburger, Swiss cheese, Canadian bacon and Spanish rice are all tasty American food inventions. 😋

[@PrestonGarvey-j3g]

Idk I'm not expert in U.S history but I think all of their foods come from many different European countries Just as the Taco comes from Greek

[@debbievilleneuve9799]

Made this over the weekend. We ordered one of the gadgets, used the short one in the smoker like you did, and it was AMAZING. Wow. Thank you it's a keeper.

[@stevegarland3387]

That recipe looks so good. We where talking today about making tacos. Definitely making these. We look forward to see what you guys are making every week. Thank you both and God bless.

[@benlikebike]

Kent, hearing you call it the icebox takes me back to my grandparents house in Texas!

[@TheEthicalOutlaw]

Kent Rollins is a prime example of what a great southerner/cowboy is. He gives the right a good name, he proves solely that there are so many good people that respect all walks of life from that neck of the woods. We appreciate you Kent and your respect!

[@クロミ-u3v]

Don't listen to comments that tell you it's cultural appropriation, ignore it, it's ridiculous, Mexican gastronomy is for everyone, to enjoy! 😋🙌

[@beardandfriends8227]

It’s like a Comedy cooking show 😆 we’re fixing to have a wreck i’m dying laughing

[@JaviSM391]

may the good Lord bless you señor Kent! those tacos looks absolutely delicious!

[@AnthonyBets]

"We're fittin to have a wreck!"

[@heyaytlgno3951]

thought you was gonna mess up with this but you didn’t good job!

[@chicagorandy]

I was unaware that these things existed. Looks fantastic! Southwest gyros is what they are for sure. I'll definitely be giving them a try on my pellet smoker. Thanks!

[@Rich72ish]

This came out the day after I won a cook-off with my own version. Looks delicious Kent.

[@keykilla78]

This better be how I spend my days when I retire. Man's living the dream.

[@samtate1260]

I will have substitute lamb because I don’t eat pork it would make me sick have not eaten pork for 20 plus years

[@sohyah]

So great. You have my subscription, sir. Greetings from Bavaria

[@robertmccullough4822]

Thanks Kent (and Shannon), I'm a long time subscriber and Your videos (and Cookbooks and seasonings!) have expanded my grilling and outdoor cooking experience to the point that my Family is asking "What's Next!" The answer to that question is up to ya'll. Please keep them coming and scratch the Beag for me. God Bless!!!

[@markbeaver5010]

In my life, it's not a barbecue until the puppy dogs show up Lol!!!

[@chrissanders2563]

Cowboy Kent, you went all out today. Thank you, can’t wait to try it!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Hope you enjoy

[@zoltannagy2920]

Absolute pleasure watching you make beautiful food Kent. Thank you so much Sir !!!!

[@esperanzaantigua]

Me gustan sus videos, los tacos se ve que le quedaron muy sabrosos, debería intentar preparar un platillo que acostumbramos por acá en el occidente de México, se llama “carne en su jugo”

[@openg739]

This is actually pretty darn close to my chorizo recipe. Looks like I can do this too! I love al pastor! Thanks Kent!

[@timtwotone3561]

Hey Cowboy, I have been watching and loving your videos ever since I found em. One thing you have re enthused me to do is have my own chickens. My neighbours have a couple of IZA browns that have adopted me, I guess cause I feed them, and the neighbours don’t want the eggs, I think they are maybe vegan or such and just like havin the chickens around which is fine by me. Anyhow they (the chickens) have found a couple of nesting spots and are giving me two cackle berry’s a day. And that is what made up my mind that a wanted to have chickens again, hearing you call em cackle berries. Man that takes me back, so I have bought myself a small chicken coop on line, just big enough to house a couple, and I’ve got a couple of acres to move em around and let them freerange. So God bless you and thank you both! Tim O’Brien Margaret River Western Australia

[@Turbo123.mcortes]

@ Cowboy Kent Rollins. As a cook who has made this many times I approve, but then again you don't need no validation. All your recipes and style/methods are A1.

[@jefferyrowland5579]

Sir, you are a true good man. Sharing your knowledge is a gift to us all. I was wondering if you or anyone else can answer a question for me. Can this be made in an oven. I know it won’t have the smoky goodness but I live in an apartment with no grill space. Thank you to you and Shan and all of the team.

[@bombjockeyC]

If every person had a bit of Kent Rollins smile and joy inside them then this world wouldn't need hatred, we'd be full already

[@shadetree6705]

I'm not sure if I would love or hate living downwind from Mr. Rollins.

[@ModelA]

"You ain't gonna do this on one them short baby ninja deals, nuh uh" This was beautiful! Thank you and God Bless you, brother Rollins!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

My pleasure and God bless you

[@lillyroberts7329]

We just used our new Hasty Bake. Love it. Y’all are awesome. To Mrs. Rollins…my husband is older and I ain’t mad at you girl. Lol keep doing what y’all are doing.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

That is awesome! we thank you for watching, great grills they are

[@Romeo-nl1zw]

Your videos are truly inspiring and mouth-watering recipes that are MMMMMM Gooooood Kent Rollins does the best dance after he makes a great meal. I enjoy your products, they totally are fabulous.

[@Inquisitor_Lelouch]

Al Pastor is my favorite. Thank you Mr. Rollins!

[@melindatorreyson7377]

I'm in the hospital getting the old ticker checked out. Not allowed to eat anything yet. Believe me, You could taste this recipe right through the cell phone. Looking extremely good! Thanks Kent.

[@JuanGutierrez-vm3iz]

Kent love you receipts and more when you are cooking Mexican food god bless you and your family

[@kevincoggeshall3079]

Nothing better than a good taco

[@MountainScrambler71]

Just got back from Vegas and ate at Tacos El Gordo…they had a huge mess of this, didn’t try it, but I might make it…Thanks Kent!

[@YouT00ber]

That’s actually a chain. You might be lucky enough to have one somewhere close to you

[@brandogarcia5353]

You have redeemed the US after Rachel rays atrocities. Bless you and you family sir and after discussing it with the Mexican council you are officially invited to the Carne asada and all family gatherings

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks Brando so much for the invitation

[@MDestron2282]

Wow! These look so good! I'm making these this week!

[@theutahranger]

Thank you guys for another great recipe, history lesson and spending some time with us!

[@dagrizz-ek4ih]

I got to tell you brother I like your excitement for those a tacos! I'm a taco killer myself and the only thing bad about your video is I can't have me some without going out to get them or shopping for the ingredients!! Thanks for the delicious looking post!!!

[@moretimethanmoney8611]

Tacos al pastor!!! Thank you! Nachos, burritos, and tostadas al pastor tambien por favor!

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@killingfluffybunnys7816]

Señor Kent Rollins your always welcome to the Carne Asada. Bienvenidos amigo. But I would also like to see your take on a Mexican carne asada

[@killingfluffybunnys7816]

Cus this tacos al pastor passes with an A+ amigo

[@robertpowell2746]

Cowboy can't you have Shannon put that camera on a tripod so we can see the both of you enjoying the grub together. Because some of us participants we don't believe that you're feeding Shannon at all and we don't want her starve to death.

[@CowboyKentRollins]

I will tell her

[@joelrudzinski6829]

Hey Kent, I was the star of the week last week at my mountainside camp in the Black Hills in the back country cooking you creations for the my family and friends. It was kinda tough at 5600 feet making some adjustments. But, turned out great. From one Chef to another, Thanks and God Bless.

[@authorizedrepresentative3351]

Thank you, Mr. Kent. I enjoy Al Pastor and have made a loose riff variation just so we could have 'em at home, but the method you demonstrate in this video sure looks more real deal to me. I hope I'll be trying your way soon.

[@kevindoyle4521]

What a joy it is to watch you cook and bring happiness to our day. God bless you both and your hired help for what you bring us.

[@DinsdalePiranha67]

If that spit drew blood, I guess it's a good thing you were wearing a red shirt!

[@adammurrell6444]

That's some fine dining!

[@sarjim4381]

Yep, I've been unsubbed from five different channels, none of which are related to any other. I'd be tempted to say it's some kind of KZbin censorship thing, but two political channels, a travel channel, one ham radio, and now Kent leads me to believe it's just some kind of KZbin glitch. Never attribute to tinfoil what is more easily explained by incompetence!

[@YouT00ber]

The censorship is real tho. Search results are manipulated, & I’ve had channels simply disappear overnight(confirmed when they talk about it on other platforms such as rumble). The government has people who reach out to tech companies and ask them to ban content and users, a claim made by the White House Press Secretary even. Classic fascism.

[@sarjim4381]

@@YouT00ber Okay, so why unsub me to Kent Rollins? I can't imagine a reason why he'd be on any ban list. I'm not saying it doesn't happen, just that sometimes it's just a glitch.

[@marcdich9066]

you never cease to amuze me as well as show me new ideas for food ,keep it up kent God bless and keep u and your family ,ill be watching

[@ivisiq]

This man is amazing, God bless you and your family!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Oh my how good that looks! Thanks Kent and Shannon for sharing with us. Made me hungry. Fred. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👋👋

[@sav300]

Kent I remember that backyard was dirt at one time…it looks as good as your cooking!!!

[@terrellstandefer6646]

Oh man that's the good stuff! Makes me want to go back to the northern baja best Mexican food I ever had.

[@roberttraylor1392]

kent that look delicious made me hungry love how you still say ice box kent awesome channel

[@CowboyKentRollins]

Thanks for watching

[@edwardloeser6500]

Most hilarious bloody shocking scary episode that the wife and I watched but she said it should look good I don’t even know what the darn things are but she did and liked it thanks Kent very entertaining day

[@HoHum321]

AAAAWWWW....So close! You forgot the clove. ...makes all the difference in the world in my humble opinion. 😅