Jul 14 2026

Carnitas Recipe

Time10h
Serves6

Slow-cooked pork, cilantro, red onions and roasted molcajete salsa. Served in corn tortillas.

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Ingredients

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Pork Carnitas

Roasted Molcajete Salsa

Tacos

Method

Pork Carnitas Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork

    Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks (about 3-4 inches).

  2. 2

    Season the Pork

    In a large bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Add the pork chunks and toss to coat well.

  3. 3

    Slow Cook the Pork

    Place the seasoned pork in a slow cooker. Cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

  4. 4

    Shred the Pork

    Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Discard any excess fat and the bay leaves.

Roasted Molcajete Salsa Preparation

  1. 5

    Roast the Veggies

    Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Place tomatoes, jalapeño, and garlic cloves on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred.

  2. 6

    Blend the Salsa

    Allow the roasted vegetables to cool slightly, then transfer them to a blender. Add cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Blend until you reach your desired salsa consistency.

Taco Assembly

  1. 7

    Prepare the Tacos

    Warm corn tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

  2. 8

    Assemble the Tacos

    In each tortilla, place a generous amount of shredded pork, then top with diced red onion and fresh cilantro.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Serve the tacos with a side of the roasted molcajete salsa for dipping or drizzling on top.

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