Carnitas #2 (Little Meat Cubes

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This Mexican side-dish features Lard or vegetable oil, Garlic; minced, Lean boneless pork butt; cut. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction, aromatic, well-seasoned taste. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

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Carnitas #2 (Little Meat Cubes

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1 Calories: 719.2

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This Mexican side-dish features Lard or vegetable oil, Garlic; minced, Lean boneless pork butt; cut. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction, aromatic, well-seasoned taste. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. into 1" cubes Salt to taste Paprika 1/2 c Fresh orange juice
  2. Heat the oil or lard in a large, heavy dutch oven until almost smoking.
  3. Add minced garlic.
  4. Spread the pork over the bottom and season with salt and paprika to taste.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and saute until meat is golden on all sides -- 15 to 20 mins.
  6. Do not crowd pan.
  7. (You may have to saute meat in two batches).
  8. When meat has been sauteed, remove with a slotted spoon, and pour off fat.
  9. Return meat to Dutch oven and add orange juice.
  10. Stir frequently over high heat until boiling.
  11. heat and
  12. simmer , uncovered, until liquid is thickened, and orange juice has formed a glaze on the pork -- about 10 to 12 mins.
  13. Cover and bake in a preheated 300~ oven until meat is very tender, about 30 mins.
  14. Serve with salsa and tortillas.
  15. :: MM

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 719.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 46.9g73%
Saturated Fat 13.6g68%
Cholesterol 181.6mg61%
Sodium 145.0mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 8.2g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 62.9g126%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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