Hurtado Barbecue Al Pastor Pork Belly Fried Rice Review
Hurtado Barbecue Al Pastor Pork Belly Fried Rice Review with Brandon Hurtado
Restaurant: Hurtado Barbecue
Website: https://hurtadobbq.com
Instagram: @hurtadobbq
Locations:
Arlington, TX (Original)
Dallas, TX
Fort Worth, TX
Mansfield, TX
F’nAround Review
One thing we love about barbecue festivals is finding dishes that break the traditional mold without forgetting what made BBQ great in the first place.
Hurtado Barbecue’s Al Pastor Pork Belly Fried Rice does exactly that.
Mike thoroughly enjoyed this dish from the first bite. The smoked pork belly brings rich, buttery flavor while the al pastor seasoning adds a bright, slightly sweet, savory punch that keeps every bite interesting. Instead of simply serving smoked meat over rice, Hurtado layers classic Central Texas barbecue techniques with Mexican-inspired flavors and fried rice to create something completely unique.
The smoke is present but never overwhelming, allowing the seasoning and rice to complement the pork instead of competing with it. It’s filling without feeling heavy and stands out as one of the more original dishes we sampled during Windy City Smokeout.
Hurtado has built its reputation on what they call “Tex-Mex BBQ” combining slow-smoked Central Texas barbecue with Mexican flavors and this dish showcases that philosophy perfectly. What started as pop-up barbecue has grown into four Texas locations and an official partnership as the barbecue restaurant of the Texas Rangers.
Online reviews consistently praise Hurtado for its creative menu, quality smoked meats, generous portions, and standout specialties like birria tacos, Texas Twinkies, and unique fusion offerings. Among Texas BBQ fans, it’s regularly recommended as one of the top barbecue destinations in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.
What We Loved
Excellent balance of smoke and al pastor seasoning
Tender, flavorful pork belly
Creative Tex-Mex fusion that feels natural rather than gimmicky
Great portion size
One of the most memorable festival dishes we tried
Overall Rating
If you’re looking for something beyond traditional brisket and ribs, the Al Pastor Pork Belly Fried Riceproves that barbecue can still surprise you. Mike walked away impressed, and we’d happily order it again. It’s creative, comforting, and a perfect example of why Hurtado Barbecue continues to earn praise across Texas.
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