Mexican-style pork (Carnitas)

• For 6 people
• Preparation time : 240 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Pork Shoulder
  • Pork shoulder : 2 pounds
  • Salt : 2 teaspoons
  • Ground cumin : 2 teaspoons
  • Dried oregano : 2 teaspoons
  • Garlic powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Onion powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Orange juice : 1 cup
  • Lime juice : 1/4 cup
  • Water : 1/4 cup
  • Vegetable oil : 2 tablespoons

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Steps

• Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
• In a small bowl, mix together the salt, ground cumin, dried oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder.
• Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.
• Heat the vegetable oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
• Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side.
• Remove the pork shoulder from the pot and set aside.
• In the same pot, add the orange juice, lime juice, and water. Bring to a simmer.
• Return the pork shoulder to the pot and cover with a lid.
• Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and cook for 3 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
• Once cooked, remove the pot from the oven and let the pork rest for 10 minutes.
• Using two forks, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
• Serve the carnitas in tacos, burritos, or as a filling for enchiladas.

Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate the pork shoulder in the spice mixture overnight in the refrigerator before cooking.
• If you prefer crispy carnitas, you can broil the shredded pork in the oven for a few minutes after cooking.

Information

• Carnitas are a traditional Mexican dish made from slow-cooked pork. The word "carnitas" translates to "little meats" in Spanish.
• This recipe yields tender and flavorful pork that can be used in a variety of Mexican dishes.