CARNITAS
It does not get any better than slow-roasted carnitas. This recipe differs slightly from what may be served in Old Mexico. Traditional carnitas are cooked in lard, pulled from the oil, chopped, and served directly in tacos and such. This versatile dish is one of our most requested at Salsa Brava. It can be served in tacos, burritos, omelets, or just about anything else you can imagine. We use free-range pork-no hormones, no antibiotics. Our choice for cut of meat is the pork butt. (Not to be confused with the actual pig's butt.) The pork butt is actually a shoulder cut, and it can be purchased with bone-in or out. The bone found in the butt is the clavicle, and any butcher can remove it, if preferred.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h10m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Sprinkle the pork with the seasoned salt.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Put a roasting grate at the bottom of a roasting pan and pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the pan along with the liquid smoke. Arrange the pork on the grate and top with the onion and garlic. Cover the pan with a lid or aluminum foil.
- Bake for 2 hours, then remove the cover and bake until the pork is fork-tender, about 1 more hour.
- When cooked through, transfer the pork to a large bowl. Shred the meat and stir in the pan juices. Serve with warm tortillas or use when making tacos, tamales, etc.
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Mahesh Lama
lamam59@aol.comThese carnitas were a hit at my party. Everyone loved them! I'll definitely be making them again.
Sabit Khan
khans@aol.comI love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand. The carnitas were so flavorful and juicy.
Giriraj Chaudhary
girirajchaudhary28@yahoo.comI've never made carnitas before, but this recipe made it so easy. The carnitas were delicious and my family loved them.
Roadworthy Builds
b-r2@yahoo.comThese carnitas were so easy to make. I just threw everything in the slow cooker and let it do its thing. The result was fall-apart tender meat that was perfect for tacos.
Tajja Hullum
h-tajja@gmail.comI'm a huge fan of carnitas, and this recipe did not disappoint. The meat was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
RAKIB GAMING
g-r@gmail.comThis recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The carnitas are so delicious and versatile. You can use them in tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or just eat them on their own.
msmarisela2010
msmarisela201032@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of pork, but these carnitas were amazing. The meat was so tender and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Nkululeko Buthelezi
nkululeko-b@gmail.comThese carnitas were a hit at my party. Everyone loved them! I'll definitely be making them again.
Aadnan Thapa
a-t@hotmail.co.ukI love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I already have on hand. The carnitas were so flavorful and juicy.
Nosipho Kubheka
nosipho.kubheka@hotmail.comI've never made carnitas before, but this recipe made it so easy. The carnitas were delicious and my family loved them.
Glenroy Wolfe
w.g44@hotmail.frThese carnitas were so easy to make. I just threw everything in the slow cooker and let it do its thing. The result was fall-apart tender meat that was perfect for tacos.
AiInGame
aiingame@hotmail.comI'm a huge fan of carnitas, and this recipe did not disappoint. The meat was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
abdullah rajpu
abdullah@hotmail.comThis recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The carnitas are so delicious and versatile. You can use them in tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or just eat them on their own.
lonewolf
lonewolf21@yahoo.comI was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of pork. But I'm so glad I did! The carnitas were incredibly tender and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Iminathi Boto
b-i@aol.comThese carnitas were amazing! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious they were.
Ruby Simpson
simpson_ruby@yahoo.comI've made carnitas many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The addition of orange juice and spices really takes it to the next level.
Michael Tran
t_m@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! The carnitas were perfect - crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. My family loved them.
Jane Irueghe
i-jane@aol.comAbsolutely delicious! The meat was so tender and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.