Pork Carnitas Recipe
Recipe information
Make Pork Carnitas in just 3h 30m. Tacos made with house-made corn tortillas and pork carnitas from our wood-burning oven.
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Ingredients
Pork Carnitas
Cooking Instructions
1. Prepare the Pork
Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks and season with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano.
2. Combine Ingredients
In a large pot, combine the seasoned pork, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, bay leaves, and water.
3. Cook the Pork
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 3 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds.
4. Shred the Pork
Remove the pork from the pot and shred it using two forks. Discard any excess fat and bay leaves.
5. Crisp the Pork
Preheat your wood-burning oven or broiler. Spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and place it in the oven until crispy, about 10-15 minutes.
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