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 homemade 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 Homemade Carnitas
Pork Carnitas (Mexican Slow Cooker Pulled Pork)
Carnitas (Mexican Slow Cooker Pulled Pork)
Easy Carnitas Recipe
Easy Carnitas Recipe
Crispy Slow Cooker Carnitas
Carnitas (Slow Cooker Recipe)
Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas (Mexican Pulled Pork)
Pork Carnitas (Instant Pot or Slow Cooker)
Authentic Mexican Carnitas Recipe
Tacos de Carnitas
Easy Pork Carnitas
Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas
What cut of meat is best for carnitas?
What do you put on 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.
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.
Are carnitas chopped or shredded?
Carnitas is basically shredded or pulled pork. Or in this case, it’s pork cut up in small pieces because we want it done quickly, and we wanted done now! The pork is marinated or braised with seasonings, and the result is tender, juicy, flavorful shreds of – or small chunks – of meat!
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).
How are carnitas made?
“Carnitas are cubes of fragrantly spiced pork slowly cooked in lard until they’re crispy on the outside while at the same time remaining soft and succulent inside,” says Chef John. Add some to warm tortillas, drizzle with a little braising liquid, and top with salsa, chopped onions, and cilantro.
What side dish goes with carnitas?
What to serve with your pork carnitas:
- Air Fryer Corn on the Cob with Cilantro Lime Butter Sauce. …
- This simple 3 Bean Avocado Corn Salad is a dip or a salad that is certainly a way to eat the rainbow. …
- Sweet Potato Nachos with Avocado Crema. …
- Jiffy Cornbread Casserole with Honey. …
- Mango Avocado Salsa. …
- Healthy Guacamole Recipe.
What goes good with carnitas tacos?
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.
What temperature do you cook carnitas at?
Oil Key Temps
Carnitas aren’t the same without the crispy browned bits. After cooking and resting, the pork is shredded, then traditionally deep-fried (cooked in oil 350-375°F [177-191°C]) until crisp and golden. The method below crisps the meat without it cooking in oil twice.
Why do people add Coke to carnitas?
Coca-Cola with meat you say? Insanity? Well, actually, the classic soda is a famous ingredient for braising big cuts of meat. Here, the sugary drink tenderizes pork shoulder, and classic carnitas spices like chili powder, cumin, and oregano add balance.
Can you reuse lard from carnitas?
(You can refrigerate the lard to use for another round of carnitas, to season beans or fry potatoes or the like.)
What is Al Pastor Mexican?
What is Al Pastor? Al Pastor is a traditional Mexican dish made with seasoned and marinated pork. The name translates to “Shephard Style,” which is derived from the origin of the cooking method. Although al pastor is a Mexican meat, the style of cooking is an original of the Lebanese.