Carnitas

1. 1

   In a large saucepan melt lard over moderate heat.

2. 2

   Add pork, salt and pepper and simmer until tender.

3. 3

   Cook about an hour, being careful not to crisp the meat.

4. 4

   Remove pork and set aside until cool.

5. 5

   Shred the meat by hand or with tines of a fork.

6. 6

   Remove and discard any remaining fat.

7. 7

   Transfer to a medium saucepan, add the arbol salsa and cook over moderate heat, stirring frequently.

8. 8

   Serve or assemble within a toasted corn tortilla to make taco.

9. 9

   Carnitas can stay refrigerated for up to five days before assembling within a taco.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.