Pork Carnitas with Cilantro Tomatillo Sauce

Pork Carnitas with Cilantro Tomatillo Sauce

Slow cooking blends the flavors in this pork carnitas sauce.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 40 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pork shoulder
  • 2 tablespoons Mazola® Corn Oil
  • ¼ cup chopped onions
  • ½ teaspoon Spice Islands® Garlic Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Spice Islands® Chili Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Spice Islands® Chipotle Chile Powder
  • 2 tomatillos, finely chopped
  • ½ cup finely chopped tomatoes
  • ¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 4 corn tortillas

Directions

Step 1
Cut pork into 1-inch cubes; season with salt and pepper.

Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven. Add pork, onions, garlic powder, chili powder, and chipotle chile powder; saut? until browned, 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 3
Add enough water to barely cover pork; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes. Remove the lid and continue to simmer until liquid has evaporated, about 45 minutes.

Step 4
Combine chopped tomatillos, tomatoes, and cilantro in a small bowl.

Step 5
Place an equal amount of pork on each tortilla. Top with tomatillo salsa.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

262
Calories
14g
Fat
16g
Carbs
18g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 262
% Daily Value *
Total Fat14g 18%
Saturated Fat3g 17%
Cholesterol56mg 19%
Sodium87mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate16g 6%
Dietary Fiber3g 12%
Total Sugars2g
Protein18g
Vitamin C8mg 40%
Calcium39mg 3%
Iron2mg 10%
Potassium419mg 9%

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

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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