Carnitas Fajitas Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Carnitas

   In a large pot, combine pork shoulder, salt, black pepper, garlic, and orange juice. Add enough water to cover the meat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 to 3 hours until the pork is tender and easily shreds.

2. 2

   Shred the Pork

   Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add the shredded pork and cook until crispy, about 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In another skillet, melt the Mexican butter over medium heat. Add sliced bell peppers and onions, sautéing until soft and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.

4. 4

   Warm the Tortillas

   Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or until pliable.

5. 5

   Assemble the Fajitas

   On each tortilla, add a generous portion of carnitas, sautéed peppers and onions, and top with guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, and pico de gallo. Serve with Mexican rice and frijoles a la charra on the side.