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Mexican carnitas

Tender and flavorful slow-cooked pork, perfect for tacos, burritos, and more.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2.5 pounds pork shoulder cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 1 cup water
  • 0.5 cup orange juice
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Place the pork shoulder, water, orange juice, milk, salt, and pepper in a large pot or Dutch oven.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 to 3 hours, or until the pork is very tender.
  • Remove the pork from the pot and shred it using two forks. Discard any excess fat.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shredded pork and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's browned and slightly crispy.
  • Serve hot, typically with tortillas, onions, cilantro, and salsa.

Notes

For extra crispy carnitas, you can broil the shredded pork for a few minutes after browning in the skillet.