Cómo Hacer Carnitas

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: pork tenderloin

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Pork tenderloin is leaner, while pork butt is often less expensive.

lard

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil can be more budget-friendly.

Cut the assorted pork into large chunks.

Season the pork with salt.

In a large pot, heat the lard over medium heat.

Add the pork chunks and sear until browned on all sides.

Pour in the orange juice, evaporated milk, and cola, then add onion, garlic, and herbs.

Cover and simmer on low heat for several hours until the pork is tender.

Remove the pork and shred it using two forks.

Increase heat and reduce the cooking liquid until thickened.

Return the shredded pork to the pot and mix well with the reduced liquid.

Serve with handmade corn tortillas, salsa verde or guacamole, chopped cilantro, and lime.

Cooking Techniques

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