Authentic Carnitas Recipe - Best Grills and Smokers Reviews & Buying Guides

Authentic Carnitas Recipe - Best Grills and Smokers Reviews & Buying Guides

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Discover the Ultimate Authentic Carnitas Recipe: Unleash your culinary skills with this tantalizing Mexican delight. Savor the tender and juicy pork infused

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into large chunks
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, finely sliced (with or without seeds for spiciness)
  • Salt
  • black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 can of Coke (Mexican cane sugar version recommended)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Corn tortillas, for serving
  • Diced onion, for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Jalapeno slices, for garnish (optional)

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