Tim's Pork Carnitas Recipe

Name: Tim's Pork Carnitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pork steaks with bone removed and cut in half; 6 cloves garlic smashed; 1/4 tsp. fresh ground pepper; 1 tbsp. ground cumin; 2-1/2 cup water; 1 beer; 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles; 1 dash ground red pepper; cayenne pepper; 1 pkg. store bought fajita seasoning

Servings: persons

3 pork steaks with bone removed and cut in half
6 cloves garlic smashed
1/4 tsp. fresh ground pepper
1 tbsp. ground cumin
2-1/2 cup water
1 beer
1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles
1 dash ground red pepper
cayenne pepper
1 pkg. store bought fajita seasoning

1
Toss all ingredients into a crock-pot on high for 4-6 hrs depending on how big the steaks are.
2
When done, take out steaks and set aside to cool just a bit so you can cut them into cubes.
3
Pour carnitas brew into a sauce pan and reduce by 3/4, then make a batch of corn starch and water to thicken the carnitas sauce.
4
Pour over carnitas cubes and toss under the broiler for 5-10 minutes or until you see a bit of carmelizing going on.
5
Pull out and enjoy serve with tortillas, fresh tomatoes, onions and green peppers that have been grilled under the broiler.

232

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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 pork steaks with bone removed and cut in half, 6 cloves garlic smashed, 1/4 tsp. fresh ground pepper, 1 tbsp. ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Tim's 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.

Tim's Pork Carnitas

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