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Pork Carnitas

Pork Carnitas

This traditional Mexican dish features tender, flavorful pork that's perfect for tacos, burritos, or simply on its own. Cook slowly for the best texture.

Ready in 135 minutes · serves 6 · 600 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

135
min total
6
servings
600
cal / serving

Ingredients

  • 3 poundspork shoulder
  • 2 teaspoonscumin
  • 1 teaspoonoregano
  • 4 clovesgarlic
  • 1 unitorange
  • 1 tablespoonsalt

Instructions

  1. 01

    Preheat oven to 300°F.

  2. 02

    Rub pork with cumin, oregano, minced garlic, and salt.

  3. 03

    Place in a baking dish, squeeze orange juice over the top, cover tightly.

  4. 04

    Cook in the oven for 2 hours until tender, shred with forks.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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