Pressure Cooker Mexican Carnitas Recipe

Name: Pressure Cooker Mexican Carnitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 boneless pork shoulder roast (3 to 4 pounds), cut into 2-inch cubes; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 6 large garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; 3 large navel oranges; 1 large lemon; Canola oil or bacon drippings; 16 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed; Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, sour cream and sliced avocado

Servings: persons

1 boneless pork shoulder roast (3 to 4 pounds), cut into 2-inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
6 large garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
3 large navel oranges
1 large lemon
Canola oil or bacon drippings
16 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: chopped tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, sour cream and sliced avocado

1
Place pork in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle with garlic and cilantro. Squeeze juice from the oranges and lemon over the meat.
2
Lock lid; make sure vent is closed. Select manual setting; adjust pressure to high and set time for 25 minutes. When finished cooking, allow pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes and then quick-release according to manufacturer's directions. With a slotted spoon, remove meat and drain well on paper towels. Pour cooking liquid into a glass measuring cup and let fat rise to the surface. Skim fat from surface and place in the cooker insert; discard remaining cooking liquid.
3
Select saute setting and adjust for high heat. Add enough canola oil or bacon drippings to measure 1/2-in. depth. When hot, add pork, in batches, and fry until dark golden brown and crisp. Remove and keep warm. Repeat with remaining pork.
4
Serve warm in tortillas with toppings of your choice.
5
Freeze cooled pork mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Fry meat in batches as directed until crisp and brown. Serve as directed.

1790

kcal

Calories

Fat

366

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 1 boneless pork shoulder roast (3 to 4 pounds), cut into 2-inch cubes, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, 6 large garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Pressure Cooker Mexican 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.

Pressure Cooker Mexican Carnitas

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