Pork Carnitas Tacos
Nov 23, 2024 12:37 AM
These incredibly flavorful tacos are served with onions, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of bright lime. Carnitas served with corn tortillas might be the best thing that ever happened to a piece of pork shoulder. The shredded meat makes this Mexican recipe rich and succulent. I serve them with guacamole and salsa.
The first time I made and ate carnitas left me wondering what had taken me so long. It was a one-way trip, and I remember it to this day.
Carnitas is slow-cooked, well-seasoned pork shoulder with spices, lime and orange. It cooks in its own fat as it renders, creating an out-of-this-world flavor. If you love pork, you will never forget the first time you eat this magical shredded pork.
Encased in a corn tortilla, with avocado and fresh corn salsa on the side, they might be my favorite way of celebrating 5 de Mayo. Add caramel flan for dessert and I'm an extremely happy person.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ pounds pork shoulder, cut into large pieces
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder, or smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
- 2 oranges
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
120 minutes
Total Time:
140 minutes
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