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 dinner ideas with leftover 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 Dinner Ideas With Leftover Carnitas
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How do I use leftover pork carnitas?
Place a tortilla in a skillet over medium high heat. Add cheese, carnitas, salsa & any other veggies you have on hand. and make a delicious quesadilla. Top with more salsa, sour cream, avocado & cilantro!
What goes well with pork carnitas?
Serve on a warm platter with the beans, salsa, guacamole, lime wedges and warm tortillas.
How long is carnita meat good for?
Store leftover carnitas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Drizzle with a couple extra tablespoons of the cooking liquid to help keep them moist before storing. Reheat in the microwave. Second-day carnitas are fantastic in quesadillas, burritos, and burrito bowls.
What goes with carnitas as a dinner?
What to serve with tacos de carnitas
- Spicy Mexican Rice.
- Loaded Food Truck Mexican Nacho Fries.
- Lightened Up Mexican Corn Dip with Avocado and Jalapeño.
- Creamy Avocado Sauce.
How do you revive pulled pork?
Place your whole butt or shredded pork in an ovenproof dish and add in a little liquid to replace some of the lost moisture. This can be apple juice, cider vinegar, broth, or a thick BBQ sauce. Cover the dish in a double layer of foil, to lock in the moisture, and set it on a baking tray in the middle of your oven.
How do you make carnitas for burritos?
Instructions
- Place the carnitas in a slow cooker. Add 1 cup of water, and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours.
- When the carnitas are finished cooking, remove the meat to a cutting board and shred it apart.
- To assemble the burritos: Warm the tortillas in the oven and place on a large cutting board.
What is the difference between pulled pork and carnitas?
Pulled pork is meat from a pig (typically from the shoulder region) that has been slow-cooked until it’s easy enough to shred, whereas carnitas (meaning “little meats”) is a version of pulled pork that’s often fixed with Mexican spices (or simply salt).
What part of pig is carnitas?
Are carnitas healthy?
Skip the chorizo, fried fish, and carnitas (fried pork or beef), which are higher in unhealthy saturated fat.
Can I freeze leftover carnitas?
You can also freeze carnitas meat right after you pulled it. Portion meat into freezer bags, let all air out and seal. Label, date and freeze them. Broth can also be frozen either in a freezer bag or freezer container with a lid.
How do you reheat carnitas?
Reheating Carnitas
To reheat a large batch that you made in advance, transfer the cooked Carnitas to a baking sheet and transfer to a preheated 400 degree F oven for about 15 minutes or until heated. Toss with a spatula about halfway through the cooking time.