15 The Kitchen Carnitas

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 the kitchen 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.

Slow-Cooker Carnitas with Avocado Crema

4 hr 25 min

Boneless pork shoulder, orange soda, sour cream, avocado crema, corn tortillas

4.640

Food Network

Recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

Pork shoulder, orange juice, diced tomatoes, cinnamon, cayenne pepper

4.911

Kitchn

Carnitas

2 hr 30 min

Boneless pork shoulder, sour cream, corn tortillas, red pepper, orange peel

4.417

Food Network

Authentic Pork Carnitas – Mexican Slow Cooked Pulled Pork

3 hr

Boneless pork butt, orange, lime juice, bay leaves

5.041

My Kitchen Escapades

Pork Carnitas Recipe

4 hr 10 min

Pork shoulder, orange, garlic, chili powder, dried onion flakes

No reviews

Laura in the Kitchen

Slow-Cooker Pork Carnitas

10 hr 10 min

Pound pork roast, orange juice, olive oil, garlic, black pepper

4.813

Barefeet In The Kitchen

Slow Cooker Carnitas

7 hr 5 min

Pound pork shoulder, avocado oil, sea salt, bay leaf

5.01

Smart In The Kitchen

Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

8 hr 20 min

Boneless pork roast, chicken broth, adobo sauce, olive oil, chili powder

5.029

Belle of the Kitchen

Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

8 hr 5 min

Lbs pork shoulder, white, oranges, garlic, chipotle chili powder

5.01

Mess in the Kitchen

Easy Pork Carnitas (Mexican Pulled Pork)

5 hr 40 min

Boneless pork roast, orange juice, chicken broth, lime juice, sea salt

4.938

Natasha’s Kitchen

Crockpot Carnitas Recipe | Slow Cooker Carnitas

8 hr 5 min

Lean pork tenderloin, chicken broth, adobo sauce, bay leaf

5.02

Slender Kitchen

Carnitas (Slow Cooker Recipe)

6 hr 15 min

Pork shoulder, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, chili powder

5.01

Kristine’s Kitchen

Instant Pot Pork Tacos | Crispy Pork Carnitas

1 hr 45 min

Boneless pork shoulder, orange juice, chicken broth, lime juice, garlic

5.08

Paint The Kitchen Red

Easy Slow Cooker Carnitas

5 hr 10 min

Lb pork shoulder, orange juice, chicken broth, lime, garlic

4.25

Primavera Kitchen

Delicious and Authentic Carnitas Recipe

4 hr 15 min

Boneless pork shoulder, orange juice, sugar cane, corn tortillas, lime

4.675

A Food Lover’s Kitchen

What does Coke do to carnitas?

Why do you add orange juice and Coke to carnitas? Orange juice helps to tenderize the meat which lends to the tender, fall apart meat. The Coke adds sugar to make this meat the best you have ever tasted.

Do you use coke for carnitas?

Pulled pork coming out of our ears! The ingredient we use in this carnitas recipe is Coca Cola. If you can find a cane sugar based coke (coke in ‘original’ glass bottles, for example), well, EVEN BETTER.

How do you make authentic carnitas?

Melt the lard in a large, heavy stock pot over high heat. Carefully add the Seasoning Bundle, piloncillo (or brown sugar) and pork chunks. Bring lard to a boil over high heat, lower to medium (adjust heat to medium low if pork turns brown too quickly) and cook, stirring often, for 90 minutes.

How do you make crema carnitas?

Zest and juice 2 of the limes and add to a food processor. Add the sour cream, cilantro, honey, cumin and avocado and process until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, thin it out with the juice of the remaining lime or some water.

Can I make carnitas without orange juice?

Cooking Liquid

While you’re crisping up the Mexican pulled pork, add a couple of tablespoons of the sauce to the meat. Add more as needed. This is especially useful when you’re reheating leftovers, so don’t throw out the liquid! You can easily make this recipe without orange juice.

Should I brine carnitas?

When pork is brined, flavors and moisture content are enhanced. Our BEST pork carnitas should be brined for a minimum of 8 hours or overnight.

What should I serve with pork carnitas?

Here are eight amazing side dishes that will go great with pork carnitas.

1 – Refried Beans.
2 – Mexican Street Corn.
3 – Mexican Rice.
4 – Mexican Quinoa Salad.
5 – Mexican Guacamole.
6 – Mexican Cornbread.
7 – Pico de Gallo.
8 – Chopped Mexican Salad.

What do you put on pork carnitas?

What Toppings Go on Carnitas Tacos? Authentic pork carnitas tacos can be as simple as charred corn tortillas topped with carnitas, finely chopped raw onion, cilantro and maybe a squeeze of fresh lime. (Mexican street food tacos are often served this way.)

What toppings go on carnitas tacos?

And because the meat is so tasty, these carnitas tacos need very little else to complete the meal. I like them best with guacamole, a little minced red onion, and (sometimes) a dollop of sour cream.

Why do you put milk in 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 cut of meat is best for carnitas?

pork shoulder

How do you make soft carnitas?

Skim off any scum that forms on surface. Simmer uncovered for 1 1/2 hours, until pork is very soft; add water if necessary to keep meat submerged. Season with salt, then continue to cook until water has evaporated, about 30 minutes. Cook a little longer to fry meat slightly; cook even longer if you prefer crisper meat.

15 The Kitchen Carnitas