Pork Carnitas Recipe

Name: Pork Carnitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs boneless pork; 4 cloves minced garlic; 2 teaspoons fresh oregano (or 1/2 tsp dried); 1 bay leaf; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 dozen warmed flour tortilla; guacamole; sour cream chopped tomato

Servings: persons

3 lbs boneless pork
4 cloves minced garlic
2 teaspoons fresh oregano (or 1/2 tsp dried)
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dozen warmed flour tortilla
guacamole
sour cream chopped tomato

1
Cut the pork into 1/2 inch cubes.
2
Place in stock pot with garlic, oregano, bay leaf, wine, salt and pepper.
3
Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occaisionaly.
4
Partially cover and cook BARELY SIMMERING for 2 hours.
5
Remove the cover and add 1/2 c water.
6
Increase the heat back to med-high and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the pork is very soft and shreds easily.
7
Watch carefully, so that it doesn't burn.
8
Remove bay leaf, and stir meat vigorously to shred meat.
9
Serve in warm tortillas, topped with sour cream, tomatoes, and guacamole.

926

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs boneless pork, 4 cloves minced garlic, 2 teaspoons fresh oregano (or 1/2 tsp dried), 1 bay leaf, 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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