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Pork Carnitas with Cilantro Tomatillo Sauce

Pork Carnitas with Cilantro Tomatillo Sauce

Cost $15, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 80 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Protein

    • 1 pound pork shoulder

  • Oil / Fat

    • 2 tablespoons Mazola® Corn Oil

  • Vegetables

    • 🧅 ¼ cup chopped onions
    • 2 tomatillos, finely chopped
    • 🍅 ½ cup finely chopped tomatoes
    • ¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

  • Seasonings / Spices

    • ½ teaspoon Spice Islands® Garlic Powder
    • 1 tablespoon Spice Islands® Chili Powder
    • ¼ teaspoon Spice Islands® Chipotle Chile Powder

  • Carbohydrate

    • 4 corn tortillas

STEPS

1

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

2

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

3

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

4

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

5

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

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

262

Calories

  • 18
    Protein
  • 16
    Carbs
  • 14
    Fats

💡 For extra flavor, marinate the pork cubes in spices and oil overnight.Serve with lime wedges for a zesty finish.Keep the tortillas warm by wrapping them in a damp cloth and microwaving them for 15 seconds.