Carnitas Torta / Instant Pot Carnitas Recipe

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

queso fresco

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: cotija cheese

Feta provides a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

Season the pork shoulder with salt, black pepper, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, minced garlic, coriander, onion powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes.

Add olive oil to the Instant Pot and sear the seasoned pork shoulder until browned.

Pour in the fresh orange juice, lime juice, and chicken broth.

Close the Instant Pot lid and cook on high pressure for about 1 hour.

Once cooked, shred the pork and mix with the juices.

Assemble the torta by spreading mayonnaise and refried beans on the bolillos, adding the shredded pork, jalapeños, cilantro, shredded lettuce, and Mexican crema or sour cream. Top with hot sauce if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens