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Carnitas
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Carnitas

These Carnitas are juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor. Slow-cooked to perfection, they are perfect for tacos, burritos, or just on their own.

Ready in 135 minutes · serves 6 · 450 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

135
min total
6
servings
450
cal / serving

Ingredients

  • 3 poundspork shoulder
  • 1 pieceorange
  • 4 clovesgarlic
  • 1 largeonion
  • 2 piecesbay leaves
  • 1 tablespooncumin
  • 1 teaspoonsalt

Instructions

  1. 01

    Combine all ingredients in a pot and cover.

  2. 02

    Cook on low heat for 2 to 3 hours until meat falls apart.

  3. 03

    Shred meat and serve with tortillas.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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