Carnitas Recipe

Cooking Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Pork

   Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks.

2. 2

   Make the Marinade

   In a bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.

3. 3

   Marinate the Pork

   Add the pork chunks to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.

4. 4

   Prepare for Roasting

   Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the marinated pork in a roasting pan, add the sliced onion and bay leaves.

5. 5

   Slow Roast the Pork

   Cover the pan with foil and roast in the preheated oven for 4-5 hours, or until the pork is tender and shreds easily.

6. 6

   Crisp the Pork

   Remove the pork from the oven, shred it with two forks, and spread it on a baking sheet. Broil for 5-10 minutes until crispy.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve the carnitas in tacos, burritos, or over rice with your favorite toppings.