Dutch Oven Carnitas Recipe

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“A simmering pot of carnitas on the stove makes the day.”

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Not everyone has a slow cooker... I'm teaching you all the tips and tricks to make homemade carnitas without a slow cooker!

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Why THIS IS THE BEST CARNITAS RECIPE THE WHOLE FAMILY WILL LOVE...

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INGREDIENTS

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PREP

Freeze meat a bit ahead for easy cubing and no drag on your knife!

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COOK

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REDUCE

BROIL

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"I can attest to these being awesome. One of my ten favorite meals..."

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Let the whole family make their own carnitas bowls tonight...so good!

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Dutch Oven Carnitas Recipe

CRISPY

“A simmering pot of carnitas on the stove makes the day.”

Not everyone has a slow cooker... I'm teaching you all the tips and tricks to make homemade carnitas without a slow cooker!

Why THIS IS THE BEST CARNITAS RECIPE THE WHOLE FAMILY WILL LOVE...

EVERYONE CAN MAKE A CARNITAS BOWL WITH THEIR FAV TOPPINGS

CUSTOMIZE

MAKE AHEAD

MAKE THE DAY BEFORE!

CRISPY

SHARING MY TIPS FOR CRISPY CARNITAS!

INGREDIENTS

boneless pork shoulder oranges cumin spices FULL INGREDIENT LIST BELOW

01

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

PREP

cut the pork into large cubes

02

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Freeze meat a bit ahead for easy cubing and no drag on your knife!

Cutting Meat Tip

COOK

zest and juice the oranges and add to the pot with the pork and seasonings. Simmer!!

03

WHAT YOU'LL DO

REDUCE

the stock to make a glaze

04

WHAT YOU'LL DO

BROIL

the glazed pork until it's nice and crispy!

05

WHAT YOU'LL DO

"I can attest to these being awesome. One of my ten favorite meals..."

READER REVIEW

Let the whole family make their own carnitas bowls tonight...so good!

Meet Lori

I believe good comfort food is approachable, has a kiss of Italian flavor, and shouldn't take hours to make. Grab a seat at the table!