PORK CARNITAS

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
One 3-pound boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 medium yellow onions, halved and sliced
2 poblano peppers, seeded and ribs removed, sliced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ancho chile powder
3 cloves garlic, minced
One 12-ounce can lemon-lime soda
1 large orange, zested and juiced
Warm corn or flour tortillas
Store-bought peach salsa
Easy Queso, recipe follows
Fresh cilantro leaves
1 pound queso blanco-style processed cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
One 10-ounce can hot diced tomatoes and chiles
One 8-ounce jar diced pimientos, not drained

Steps:

  • Set a multi-cooker to the Saute setting and add the oil.
  • Sprinkle the cubed pork generously with salt and pepper. Sear the pork in batches on all sides until well browned. Remove to a plate, add the onions and poblanos and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the oregano, cumin, chile powder and garlic and continue to cook for an additional minute.
  • Add the lemon-lime soda and orange zest and juice. Return the pork pieces and any liquid that is on the plate to the multi-cooker. Cover and position the vent to the Sealing setting. Set the multi-cooker for High Pressure, use the Manual button to adjust the cook time to 25 minutes and cook. When the time is up, allow the multi-cooker to sit for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Carefully release the remaining pressure by switching the vent to Venting. Let the steam vent until the float valve has dropped, then remove the lid. Remove the pork mixture with a slotted spoon to a baking sheet and shred the pork with 2 forks.
  • Place the baking sheet under the broiler and crisp the carnitas for 2 to 3 minutes. (Watch carefully to prevent burning.) Remove from the oven, ladle some of the juices from the pot over the carnitas and carefully toss. Serve alongside the warm tortillas with peach salsa, Easy Queso and fresh cilantro leaves.
  • Combine the cheese, the whole can of tomatoes and chiles and the jar of pimientos with their liquid in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is fully melted, 5 to 7 minutes.

Roxana Alvardo
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These Pork Carnitas are so easy to make and they always turn out amazing. The meat is always fall-off-the-bone tender and the flavor is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Samah Abdelkawy
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I've tried several different Pork Carnitas recipes and this one is by far the best. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the flavor is amazing. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Tanvir Hossain
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These Pork Carnitas are amazing! The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Lee Squirrel
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I've been making these Pork Carnitas for years and they're always a hit. The meat is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Babur Ali
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These Pork Carnitas are so easy to make and they always turn out amazing. The meat is always fall-off-the-bone tender and the flavor is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


yeet king
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I've tried several different Pork Carnitas recipes and this one is by far the best. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the flavor is amazing. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Hakon
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These Pork Carnitas are amazing! The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Ashley B
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I've been making these Pork Carnitas for years and they're always a hit. The meat is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Sana Doll
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These Pork Carnitas are so easy to make and they always turn out amazing. The meat is always fall-off-the-bone tender and the flavor is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Absar Hussan
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I've tried several different Pork Carnitas recipes and this one is by far the best. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the flavor is amazing. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Eva Nava
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These Pork Carnitas are amazing! The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Duale Monster
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I've been making these Pork Carnitas for years and they're always a hit. The meat is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Shehroz Mughal
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These Pork Carnitas are so easy to make and they always turn out amazing. The meat is always fall-off-the-bone tender and the flavor is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


nonso nnam
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I've tried several different Pork Carnitas recipes and this one is by far the best. The meat is always tender and juicy, and the flavor is amazing. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Noshi Batool
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These Pork Carnitas were a bit of a disappointment. The meat was tough and the flavor was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Racheal Achimi
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I've made these Pork Carnitas several times and they're always a hit. The meat is always fall-off-the-bone tender and the flavor is amazing. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them.


Lariah Johnson
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These Pork Carnitas are amazing! The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them. I will definitely be making these again.


Hannah Adeseeke
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Pork Carnitas are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. I love that I can make them in the slow cooker, so I don't have to babysit them. The meat always turns out so tender and juicy, and the flavor is amazing. I like to