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Carnitas
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Carnitas

Carnitas is a flavorful slow-cooked dish of pork that is perfect for tacos or burritos. It's a fantastic make-ahead meal for gatherings.

Ready in 130 minutes · serves 6 · 500 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

130
min total
6
servings
500
cal / serving

Ingredients

  • 3 poundspork shoulder
  • 1 cuporange juice
  • 4 clovesgarlic
  • 1 mediumonion
  • 1 teaspooncumin

Instructions

  1. 01

    Cut pork into chunks and brown in a pot.

  2. 02

    Add remaining ingredients and cover.

  3. 03

    Simmer on low for 2 hours until tender.

  4. 04

    Shred pork and crisp in a pan before serving.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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