PRESSURE COOKER MEXICAN CARNITAS
Carnitas are small pieces of crisp pork that are very popular in Mexico. The secret to this recipe is the citrus and quick frying. Be sure to drain the meat well before placing it in the oil, though, or it will splatter and pop. -Patricia Collins, Imbler, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 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. , 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. , 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. , Serve warm in tortillas with toppings of your choice. Freeze option: 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
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mary konczol
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my carnitas didn't come out as tender as I would have liked.
Pralad Ojha
[email protected]The carnitas were a little dry, but the flavor was good.
Paul Erickson
[email protected]I found the carnitas to be a bit bland. I think I'll add more seasoning next time.
Amna Hashmi
[email protected]These carnitas were a little too fatty for my taste, but they were still good.
Afusetu Gifty
[email protected]I'm new to pressure cooking, but this recipe was easy to follow and the carnitas came out great!
Kumara Jayasinha
[email protected]I made these carnitas for a taco party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.
3DI CAT
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the carnitas came out perfectly. They were so tender and flavorful.
Debra Bowlin
[email protected]These carnitas were easy to make and turned out great! I'll definitely be making them again.
Yaa Yaa
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pork, but these carnitas were amazing! The meat was so tender and juicy.
Simon Sandall
[email protected]So good! I'll definitely be making these carnitas again.
Patrick Ugonna
[email protected]These carnitas were a hit at my party! Everyone raved about how tender and flavorful they were.
Azan Sagheer
[email protected]I've made carnitas in the oven before, but this pressure cooker method is so much easier and faster. The meat came out perfectly cooked and shredded easily.
Paul Irhabor
[email protected]My family devoured these carnitas! They were so easy to make in the pressure cooker, and the meat was so juicy and flavorful.
Uranchimeg Batsaihan
[email protected]These carnitas were fall-apart tender and had the most amazing flavor! I served them with tortillas, avocado, and salsa, and everyone loved them.