Carnitas Recipe
Cooked with onions and cilantro.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks (about 3-4 pieces). Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and oregano. Make sure the pork is evenly coated with the spices.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
Dice the large onion and mince the garlic cloves. Chop the fresh cilantro and set aside for garnishing later.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Pork
In a large pot or Dutch oven, add the seasoned pork chunks. Pour in the lime juice and orange juice. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 4
- 5
Shred the Meat
Once the pork is tender, remove it from the pot and place it on a cutting board. Shred the meat using two forks and set aside.
- 6
Reduce the Sauce
Increase the heat to medium-high and let the cooking liquid reduce until it thickens slightly, about 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- 7
Combine with Shredded Meat
Return the shredded pork to the pot and mix well with the reduced sauce. Allow to cook together for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
