Blandito Carnitas Taco Recipe
Make Blandito Carnitas Taco 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
Tortillas
Toppings
Method
Carnitas
- 1
Prepare and season pork
Trim pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch pieces, and season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and oregano.
- 2
Heat a heavy pot over medium-high heat and sear the pork pieces until browned on all sides.
- 3
- 4
Pour in orange juice and lime juice, add bay leaves, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 5
Reduce heat to low, cover, and braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until pork is tender and shreds easily.
- 6
- 7
Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- 8
If desired, finish with a splash of lime juice and keep warm for serving.
Tortillas
- 9
Warm tortillas
Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet or comal for about 20-30 seconds per side until pliable.
Toppings
- 10
Prep cilantro
Chop fresh cilantro and measure 1/4 cup.
- 11
Prep onion
Dice white onion to 1/2 cup total.
- 12
Prep lime
Slice lime into wedges for serving.
- 13
Prep Cotija
Crumble Cotija cheese to 1/2 cup.
- 14
Prep avocado
Slice avocado into wedges or cubes for toppings.
