Delicious Carnitas Tacos Recipe

Indulge in the flavors of Mexico with these succulent carnitas tacos. Tender and crispy pork simmered in a flavorful broth, then shredded and crisped up in the oven for the perfect taco filling. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy a fiesta in your mouth!

Ingredients

• 3 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch chunks
• 1 onion, quartered
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. In a large Dutch oven, combine pork, onion, garlic, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, pepper, orange juice, and lime juice.
3. Add enough water to cover the pork.
4. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, cover, and transfer to the oven.
5. Cook for 2 hours or until pork is fork-tender.
6. Remove pork from the liquid and shred with two forks.
7. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
8. Add shredded pork in batches and cook until crispy.
9. Serve carnitas in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.

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