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Slow-Braised Pork Carnitas

Mexican · Members

Slow-Braised Pork Carnitas

Tender chunks of pork simmered low and slow with orange and spices, then broiled until the edges turn crispy and golden. Impossibly juicy inside with lacy crunchy bits -- perfect for tacos, bowls, or nachos.

170Minutes
6Servings
EasyLevel
4.9647 ratings

****+

Prep 20 min · Cook 150 min

Method

  1. Position an oven rack in the center and preheat the oven to 300 deg F. Pat the pork chunks dry with paper towels so the seasoning sticks well.

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