Carnitas

Carnitas

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Experience Gaby Dalkin's slow-roasted pork perfection with her Carnitas recipe. Perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners, this Mexican main course is both tender and flavorful.

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Ingredients

  • 1 8-10 lbs whole bone-in pork butt
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup plus 1 Tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly cracked)
  • 2 limes
  • 2 oranges
  • butter lettuce cups
  • charred flour and corn tortillas
  • salsa
  • Gaby's famous Guacamole (see blog for recipe)
  • Pico de Gallo
  • pickled onions
  • pickled jalepenos
  • chopped white onions
  • cilantro
  • scallions
  • lime wedges

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