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Pork Carnitas Recipe

Recipe By Taste Of Home

I use this recipe often when entertaining. I set out all the toppings, and folks have fun assembling their own carnitas. Because I can prepare everything in advance, I get to spend more time with my guests. Tracy Byers, Corvallis, Oregon.

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15minstotal
15minsPrep
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Pork Carnitas
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Ingredients for Pork Carnitas Recipe

  • 1 inch Boneless pork shoulder butt roast or pork loin roast , cut into 3 cubes
  • 1/2 cup Lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • 12 Flour tortillas , warmed
  • 2 cup Shredded cheddar or monterey jack cheese
  • 2 Medium avocados, peeled and diced
  • 2 Medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1 Medium onion, diced
  • As required Shredded Lettuce
  • As required Minced fresh cilantro, optional
  • As required Salsa
Nutrition
value
27
calories per serving
1 g Fat1 g Protein3 g Carbs4 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    1g
  • Protein
    1g
  • Carbs
    3g
  • Fiber
    4g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    3g
  • Protein
    1g
  • Fiber
    4g

Fats

  • Fat
    1g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    22mg
  • Iron
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin A
    312mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    26mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    20mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    22mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    22mg
  • Selenium
    < 1mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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