What should I make for dinner tonight? This might just be the number one question that we ask ourselves almost daily over here.
Then you have come to the right place, we have rounded up 15 citrus carnitas that we have shared over the years.
Plus, there is such a variety of flavours in these recipes, so you are sure to find something for you. Most of these recipes are quick and easy ones made especially for busy weeknights.
15 Citrus Carnitas
Slow Cooker Spiced-Citrus Pork Carnitas
Citrus Pork Carnitas (Instant Pot)
Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Citrus Carnitas
Citrus Pork Carnitas
Authentic Carnitas Recipe
Pineapple Citrus Slow Cooker Carnitas & Carnitas Tacos
Crockpot Citrus Carnitas
Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas
Slow Cooker Carnitas (Pork Carnitas)
Stovetop Citrus Carnitas with Pickled Jalapeño and Red Onion Recipe
Kerry’s Citrus Carnitas
Pressure Cooker Low-FODMAP Citrus Carnitas
Why do people put orange juice in carnitas?
Traditional carnitas are fried in lard, while many newer recipes use Pepsi (which is basically high fructose corn sweetener). This version braises an economical cut of pork in orange juice until tender and carmelized. It makes a wonderful filling for tacos and sandwiches.
Do you put lime on carnitas?
The secret to Carnitas is in the sauce!
The citrus in the sauce helps break down the meat so that it becomes super tender, This sauce also adds a brightness to the flavor of the meat. I like to use orange juice and lime juice. You could sub in lemon luice for the lime juice or a combo of both.
What can I use instead of orange juice in carnitas?
Citric acid
Orange juice is also in recipes for carnitas. The flavor of orange is barely detectable in the final dish so you can use citric acid effectively as a replacement.
What cut of meat is carnitas?
Why do you add milk to carnitas?
The milk acts as a tenderizer, a secret I learned while growing up watching dad make his carnitas which, by the way, were always exceptionally tender. The beer gives the pork another layer of flavor, while the cinnamon, which pairs so well with pork, adds warm, earthy tones.
What can I substitute for Mexican Coke?
Coke with cane sugar instead of corn syrup (check the ingredients list) is ideal, however you can use any coke. Alternatively, substitute with chicken broth (chicken stock).
What goes on top of carnitas?
What Toppings Go on Carnitas Tacos?
- finely chopped raw white onion or red onion.
- thinly sliced jalapeno.
- shredded cabbage.
- chopped fresh cilantro.
- crumbled cotija or shredded jack cheese.
- lime wedges (Squeeze fresh lime juice right over the top of your tacos for that citrusy zing!)
- Mexican crema or sour cream.
- Guacamole.
How do you keep carnitas from drying out?
So the key to great carnitas (and French confit, for that matter) is to heat the meat to a specific temperature, and try and keep it there long enough for the collagen to break down, while minimizing the amount of moisture lost.
Can I substitute lemon for orange juice?
Lemon juice can be used as a substitution for orange juice, but it is not ideal. As you may know, lemon juice is quite a bit more tart than orange juice. It is also far more acidic. You can substitute one cup of orange juice with half a cup of lemon juice and half a cup of water.
What replaces lemon juice?
Here are 8 substitutes for lemon juice.
- Lime juice. Lime juice is the best substitute for lemon juice, as it can be used as a one-to-one replacement and has a very similar taste and acidity level ( 5 ). …
- Orange juice. …
- Vinegar. …
- Citric acid. …
- Lemon zest. …
- White wine. …
- Lemon extract. …
- Cream of tartar.
Can I substitute lime juice for orange juice?
Orange juice doesn’t taste quite the same, but if it’s all you’ve got you can use it as a 1 for 1 substitute for lime juice.