Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsTaqueria La Nueva - Overland ParkBurrito De Carnitas Recipe

Burrito De Carnitas Recipe

Time9h
Serves4

Make Burrito De Carnitas Recipe in just 9h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Carnitas

Method

Cooking Carnitas

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork

    Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks and season with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a slow cooker, combine the seasoned pork, orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, bay leaves, and water.

  3. 3

    Cook the Pork

    Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.

  4. 4

    Shred the Pork

    Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.

  5. 5

    Crisp the Carnitas

    For extra crispy carnitas, place the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the edges are crispy.

Assembling the Burrito

  1. 6

    Warm the Tortillas

    Warm the flour tortillas in a skillet or microwave until pliable.

  2. 7

    Spread Refried Beans

    On each tortilla, spread 1/4 cup of refried beans in the center.

  3. 8

    Add Carnitas

    Add a generous portion of the shredded carnitas on top of the refried beans.

  4. 9

    Top with Cheese and Extras

    Sprinkle shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and sliced jalapeños over the carnitas.

  5. 10

    Add Sour Cream and Salsa

    Drizzle sour cream and add salsa to taste.

  6. 11

    Wrap the Burrito

    Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly from the bottom to the top.

  7. 12

    Serve

    Cut the burrito in half and serve with extra salsa on the side.

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