Carnitas (baked Pork) Burrito Recipe
Make Carnitas (baked Pork) Burrito Recipe in just 3h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Carnitas
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the pork shoulder with olive oil, minced garlic, chopped onion, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Mix until the pork is thoroughly coated.
- 2
Bake the Pork
Transfer the seasoned pork shoulder to a roasting pan. Add the bay leaves on top. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
- 3
Shred the Pork
Remove the pork from the oven and let it cool slightly. Once cooled, shred the pork using two forks, discarding any large pieces of fat.
- 4
Assemble the Burrito
In a large tortilla, add a generous amount of shredded carnitas. Top with your choice of toppings such as rice, beans, cheese, salsa, and avocado. Roll the tortilla tightly to form a burrito.
- 5
Serve
Serve the burrito with extra lime wedges and your favorite dipping sauces.
