Masitas de Cerdo (Carnitas) recipe
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Masitas de Cerdo (Carnitas)

A healthy revision for the classic carnita

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Servings: 6 Servings
Total Time (median): 0 : 00 Active Time: 0 : 00

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless pork loin cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 6 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sour orange juice (or use 1/4 cup orange juice and 1/4 cup lime juice)
  • 2 teaspoons oil

Preparation

Place pork cubes in a self-sealing plastic bag; mix together remaining ingredients and pour over pork cubes; seal bag and refrigerate overnight. Preheat 350 degree F oven. Heat oil in oven-proof skillet. Remove pork from marinade, discarding marinade. Saute 1 to 2 minutes to brown; place skillet in oven. Roast in a 350 degrees F. oven for 25-30 minutes, until pork is tender. Remove to serving platter and serve hot.


Cuisine: American Main Ingredient: Pork

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