Pork Carnitas Recipe

Name: Pork Carnitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 - 3 lbs pork butt, cut into large pieces at least 2x2; 1 lb lard; 1/2 orange, skin on, quartered; 1 lime, skin on, quartered; 4 medium garlic cloves, skinned but whole, slightly smashed; 1 medium white onion; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 cup bacon fat; 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

2 1/2 - 3 lbs pork butt, cut into large pieces at least 2x2
1 lb lard
1/2 orange, skin on, quartered
1 lime, skin on, quartered
4 medium garlic cloves, skinned but whole, slightly smashed
1 medium white onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 cup bacon fat
1 tablespoon olive oil

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1. Preheat the oven to 275 degrees.
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2. In a 9x11x2 casserole dish, place all ingredients. Cover and bake for five hours.
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3. Remove from oven, and scoop out meat with a strainer. Dispose of remaining liquids and solids.
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4. Brush a sheet pan with the olive oil, and place the pork, single layer, and put under the broiler for five minutes. Watch it! Don't let the meat dry out, or burn!
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5. Serve with tortillas, flour or corn. Add some cilantro or extra onion if you like.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 - 3 lbs pork butt, cut into large pieces at least 2x2, 1 lb lard, 1/2 orange, skin on, quartered, 1 lime, skin on, quartered, and more.

Yes, Pork Carnitas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pork Carnitas

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