Dutch Oven Carnitas (Authentic Mexican Carnitas)

These authentic Mexican dutch oven carnitas are slow cooked until juicy and fall apart tender, with crispy caramelized edges. This recipe is just mouth watering! These pork carnitas are perfect for tacos, enchiladas, bowls, or burritos. Plus, they freeze really well so you can make a big batch for meal prep. Serves 8-12

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by elisetriestocook

Ingredients

3.5 pounds pork shoulder, boneless (or 5-6 pounds bone-in)

2 oranges juiced

2 limes juiced

2.5 cups water

1 tablespoon oregano

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon garlic salt

1 tablespoon garlic


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