Slow Cooked Pork Carnita Tacos With Corn And Avocad

Name: Slow Cooked Pork Carnita Tacos With Corn And Avocado Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Slow Cooked Carnitas; 4 pounds pork butt; 1 can evaporated milk; 1 can cola soda; 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 orange (rind and juice); 2 bay leaves; 4 crushed garlic cloves; 2 tablespoons chicken base; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; salt and pepper to taste; Corn and Avocado Salsa; 1 packet frozen corn or 4 ears of fresh corn off the cob; 1 jalapeno small dice with seeds and membrane discarded; 1/2 red onion small dice; 8 radishes cut in half and then sliced in half moons; handful of chopped cilantro; juice of two fresh limes; 3 tablespoons white vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon granulated garlic; salt and pepper to taste; 1-2 avocado, chopped

Servings: persons

Slow Cooked Carnitas
4 pounds pork butt
1 can evaporated milk
1 can cola soda
2 cinnamon sticks
1 orange (rind and juice)
2 bay leaves
4 crushed garlic cloves
2 tablespoons chicken base
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
salt and pepper to taste
Corn and Avocado Salsa
1 packet frozen corn or 4 ears of fresh corn off the cob
1 jalapeno small dice with seeds and membrane discarded
1/2 red onion small dice
8 radishes cut in half and then sliced in half moons
handful of chopped cilantro
juice of two fresh limes
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
salt and pepper to taste
1-2 avocado, chopped

1
In a separate bowl mix evaporated milk, cola, nutmeg, cumin, oregano, chili flakes, chicken base, orange zest and juice from 1 orange, crushed garlic, salt and pepper.
2
In a large saute pan pour about 1 tbsp of neutral oil and sear the salt and peppered Pork Butt for 8-10 minutes (or until all sides are nicely browned. Put Pork Butt in the Slow Cooker. Add cinnamon sticks and bay leaves. Pour marinade over the pork butt and put lid on slow cooker. Put slow cooker onto the lowest setting and let it cook for 8-10 hours.
3
When cooking is done, take out of slow cooker and shred with a fork and put a little bit of the cooking liquid on the shredded pork to stay moist. Serve immediately as a taco or burrito with either corn or flour tortillas. Top with salsa and queso fresca
4
To serve, warm up either corn or flour tortillas. Put a couple of spoonfuls of pulled pork in the tortilla and top with the Corn and Avocado Salsa and some Queso Fresco (or any cheese of your choosing).
5
In a small bowl mix the juice of two limes, vinegar, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper...set aside.
6
Put your diced jalapeno and red onion in a medium bowl. Add the sliced radishes and corn. Sprinkle in the chopped cilantro and lightly toss. Add the vinegar, lime, spice mixture to the medium bowl and mix. Take a small taste and readjust seasoning. Right before serving, stir in chopped avocado.

1498

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

138

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Slow Cooked Carnitas, 4 pounds pork butt, 1 can evaporated milk, 1 can cola soda, and more.

Yes, Slow Cooked Pork Carnita Tacos With Corn And Avocado Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Slow Cooked Pork Carnita Tacos With Corn And Avocado Salsa

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