BRAISED PORK CARNITAS
Deliciously tender and juicy braised pulled pork carnitas can be used in fried or street tacos. Perfect for burritos and chimichangas or taco bowls.
Provided by Christopher Martinez
Categories Main Dish Recipes Taco Recipes
Time 5h40m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat a large, cast iron Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season pork shoulder with garlic, 2 tablespoons kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Place pork shoulder fat-side down into the hot pot and sear until deep golden brown on all sides, 4 to 5 minutes. Add yellow onion to cook with rendered drippings for 1 minute. Slowly pour in pork stock to cover pork shoulder.
- Bring to a light boil; cover and braise until fork-tender, 4 1/2 to 5 hours.
- Transfer to a bowl and shred into carnitas, adding 1 1/2 cups of pork stock for moisture and more salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add green onions and cook until slightly browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
- Heat corn tortillas in the hot skillet on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes total for each tortilla. Place braised pork into tortillas and garnish with cabbage, queso fresco, salsa, green onions, and a squeeze of lime.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.8 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 41.4 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
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Brooke Chapman
[email protected]I made this recipe with a few modifications. I used chicken instead of pork and I added some vegetables to the slow cooker. The carnitas were still delicious and everyone enjoyed them.
Nji Edwin
[email protected]I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The carnitas were fall-apart tender and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Nikegirlforever Velez
[email protected]These carnitas were a little too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. The pork was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful.
Sanwalgujjar Gujjar
[email protected]I'm not a fan of spicy food, but these carnitas were just the right amount of heat. They were flavorful without being overpowering.
KanaoIsha
[email protected]I'm a picky eater, but I loved these carnitas. They were so flavorful and tender, I couldn't get enough of them.
RJ Rayhan
[email protected]These carnitas were so good, I ate them for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
PETER TECH TIPS
[email protected]I've tried many carnitas recipes, but this one is by far the best. The pork is incredibly tender and juicy, and the sauce is packed with flavor.
M Bota
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pork, but these carnitas were amazing. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Axmed Barre
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the carnitas and they were gone in no time.
Miracle Burdette
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to make. I just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it do its thing. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Gloria Boakye
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pork is so moist and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful without being too spicy.
Anu Shehzadi
[email protected]These carnitas were fall-apart tender and had a delicious flavor. I served them with corn tortillas, salsa, and guacamole, and they were a hit with my family.