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Carnitas July — Homemade

Carnitas July — Homemade: 5 Steps to Flavorful Perfection

Homemade carnitas for a delicious meal.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs pork shoulder
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 orange, juiced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 cups chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a large pot, combine the pork shoulder, onion, garlic, orange juice, lime juice, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  4. Cover the pot and transfer it to the oven.
  5. Cook for about 3 hours, or until the pork is tender.
  6. Remove the pork from the pot and shred it with two forks.
  7. Spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 5-10 minutes until crispy.
  8. Serve warm in tortillas or as desired.

Notes

  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Great for tacos, burritos, or nachos.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Carnitas, Homemade, Pork, Mexican