CARNITAS DE MICHOACAN

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This is my hubby's favorite dish from his homeland (Michoacan). I found that the original recipe is too fattening. This is my revised version. You make great tacos with these carnitas. Serve them up with your favorite Mexican salsa such as pico de gallo or homemade guacamole.

Provided by Mexican Sweetheart

Categories     Pork

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 tacos, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs boneless pork shoulder, cut in 4 inch pieces
1 orange, zest of, cute into wide strips
3/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 bay leaves
1 medium Spanish onion, chopped
1 head garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons beef bouillon (I recommend Knorr)
2 tablespoons lard (such as Morrell)
1 cup water, as needed
12 corn tortillas
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Start with removing any excess pieces of fat from the pork.
  • In a large,heavy saucepan, place the pork along with the orange zest, orange juice, cumin, bay leaves, onion, garlic and bouillon.
  • Fill with water just so it barely covers the pork.
  • Cover and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for about 2 hours.
  • Turn off the heat and allow the meat to cool and any excess fat to raise to the top.
  • Remove the excess fat, and place the cooled pork in a large bowl.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a separate fry pan, heat the lard and fry the pork pieces for about 6 minutes, just so they turn golden; allow them to cool.
  • Using your hands, pull the meat apart.
  • In a comal over medium heat, heat the tortillas.
  • Once you heated all of the tortillas, make tacos with the shredded meat and add your own favorite Mexican salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 845.6, Fat 54.6, SaturatedFat 18.8, Cholesterol 167.3, Sodium 212.3, Carbohydrate 44.8, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 5.9, Protein 43.7

Krishna Prasad Khanal
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I made these carnitas for my family and they loved them. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was the perfect touch.


Robert Mason
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These carnitas were the perfect addition to my taco night. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was the perfect touch.


Orlando Valentin
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. The carnitas were amazing and I can't wait to make them again.


Lanaya Roads
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This recipe is a must-try. The carnitas were so delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Tabitha Nelson
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I made these carnitas for my family and they loved them. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was the perfect touch.


Naroo Umair
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These carnitas were the perfect addition to my taco night. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was the perfect touch.


mochi squad
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. The carnitas were amazing and I can't wait to make them again.


hi billy wood
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This recipe is a must-try. The carnitas were so delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Chamika Sandarenu
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I made these carnitas for my family and they loved them. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was the perfect touch.


Adesope Akeem
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These carnitas were the perfect addition to my taco night. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was the perfect touch.


Micheal Berry
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. The carnitas were amazing and I can't wait to make them again.


Jahanzeb Chang
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This recipe is a game-changer. The carnitas were so delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Charles Owen
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I've tried many carnitas recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin is to die for.


Frog Gaming
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This recipe is a keeper. The carnitas were so easy to make and they turned out absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


Kylie Madine
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I'm not a huge fan of carnitas, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was the perfect touch.


Shahmeer Shah Shahmeer
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the carnitas and couldn't stop talking about how delicious they were.


Scolastica David
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This is the best carnitas recipe I've ever tried. The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was the perfect touch.


comedy 1
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The meat is so juicy and flavorful, and the crispy skin is to die for.


FORTRYTE FORTRYTE
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These carnitas were amazing! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the crispy skin was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


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