Carnitas Recipe

Name: D'Corazon Mexican Restaurants Carnitas Recipe
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3 lbs Pork shoulder; 1 cup Orange juice; 1 tbs Lime juice; 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced; 1 medium Onion, chopped; 2 tsp Cumin; 1 tsp Oregano; 1 tbs Salt; 1 tsp Black pepper; 2 leaves Bay leaves; 1 cup Water

Inspired by D'Corazon Mexican Restaurant

Time4h

Serves6

Mouth watering carnitas.

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Ingredients

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Carnitas Ingredients

3 lbs Pork shoulder

1 cup Orange juice

1 tbs ReaLime juice

4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced

1 medium Onion, chopped

2 tsp Cumin

1 tsp Oregano

1 tbs Celtic sea salt

1 tsp black pepper

2 leaves Bay leaves

1 cup Water

Method

Cooking Directions

Prepare the Pork

Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks and season with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano.

Sauté the Aromatics

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.

Combine Ingredients

Add the seasoned pork, bay leaves, orange juice, lime juice, and water to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Cook the Carnitas

Cover and cook on low heat for about 3-4 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.

Shred the Pork

Remove the pork from the pot and shred it with two forks. Discard any excess fat and bay leaves.

Crisp the Carnitas

Spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 5-7 minutes until crispy edges form.

Serve

Serve the carnitas warm with tortillas, salsa, and your favorite toppings.