Carnitas (mild) Recipe
Braised is traditional! Enjoy our mild braised pork, add our Plato fresco for added flavor!
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Ingredients
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Carnitas
Plato Fresco
Method
Carnitas Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks.
- 2
Season the Pork
In a large bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, cumin, and oregano. Rub this mixture all over the pork chunks.
- 3
Sear the Pork
In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat a bit of oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pork and sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Add Aromatics and Liquid
Add the whole garlic cloves, halved onion, orange juice, lime juice, and chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 5
Braised Cooking
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 3 hours, or until the pork is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- 6
- 7
Crisp the Pork (optional)
For crispy carnitas, spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for about 5-7 minutes until the edges are crispy.
Plato Fresco Preparation
- 8
- 9
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, and red onion. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and toss gently.
- 10
Serve
Serve the braised pork carnitas topped with the plato fresco for added flavor.