Cut the meat into large pieces, rub with salt, cumin, and oregano.
Description
Mexican tacos with slow-cooked pork - carnitas, meaning 'little meats'. Pork shoulder braised for hours in oranges, garlic, and spices, then sautéed for crispiness. Served on warm tortillas with onion, cilantro, and spicy sauce. Juicy, tender pulled pork in Mexican style. Perfect for taco night!
Składniki (9)
- Pork shoulder 1200 g
- Orange 0.0 szt.
- Lime 0.0 szt.
- Wheat tortilla 0.3 szt.
- Onion 0.0 szt.
- Garlic 0.2 ząbków
- ✨ Opcjonalne
- Cumin 10 g
- Oregano 5 g
- Fresh coriander 0.1 pęczków
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Preparation steps
We squeeze the juice from the orange and lime.
In a pot, place the meat with the onion and garlic.
Pour with citrus juice and 1 cup of water.
Simmer covered for 3-4 hours on low heat.
Remove the meat and shred it into pieces with forks.
Fry the shredded meat in a pan until crispy.
Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet.
We layer the carnitas, sprinkle with onion and cilantro.
Fun Fact
Carnitas is a traditional Mexican dish that has its roots in the state of Michoacán, where it is often served on special occasions.
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Tips
Serve the tacos on warm plates to maintain temperature. You can add avocado or fresh salsa as additional toppings. Garnish the dish with fresh cilantro and lime slices for a beautiful presentation.
Store leftover carnitas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can also freeze the meat, where it will stay fresh for up to 3 months. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for crispiness.
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